CFC Daily Devotions - Zac Poonen
Excerpt from the message: The God-Centered Can Build The Church - Zac Poonen
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Summary
The sermon emphasizes that the Church is built by the proper functioning of every individual part, drawing an analogy to the human body. The speaker challenges the congregation to move beyond mere attendance and actively participate in the 'inner core' of the church. True participation requires daily dying to self, allowing the life of Jesus to be manifested through one's actions and choices in daily life, which ultimately blesses others.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
The importance of every individual part in the bodyJust as every small organ or cell in the human body affects the whole, every believer has a vital part to play in the church.Ephesians 4:16
The inner core of the churchWhile multitudes may attend gatherings, God is building a committed inner core of believers who are willing to pay the price.
Moving from self-centeredness to God-centerednessTrue church participation requires moving away from self-centered living to fulfill our individual purpose in Christ.
Always bearing the dying of Jesus in our bodySpiritual growth comes when we continuously carry the principle of non-self-centeredness so that Jesus's life can be seen in us.2 Corinthians 4:10–12
Daily opportunities to die to yourselfA serious Christian will find that God arranges daily situations at home, work, and even in traffic to offer choices to die to self rather than react in the flesh.
Transmitting life to others through death to selfAs the death of Jesus actively works in you, His life is naturally transmitted to bless and bring life to other people.
Setting your mind on human interests rather than God'sJesus rebuked Peter for setting his mind on human interests, noting that claiming to follow God while seeking one's own makes someone a stumbling block to the work.Matthew 16:23
A closing prayer for heartfelt applicationThe speaker closes in prayer, asking the Heavenly Father to make these truths real in believers' hearts by the Holy Spirit.
CFC Daily Devotions - Zac Poonen
Excerpt from the message: The God-Centered Can Build The Church - Zac Poonen
To listen to the complete message click here : https://www.cfcindia.com/sermon/the-godcentered-can-build-the-church
Visit our website for more information: https://www.cfcindia.com
Summary
The sermon emphasizes that the Church is built by the proper functioning of every individual part, drawing an analogy to the human body. The speaker challenges the congregation to move beyond mere attendance and actively participate in the 'inner core' of the church. True participation requires daily dying to self, allowing the life of Jesus to be manifested through one's actions and choices in daily life, which ultimately blesses others.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
The importance of every individual part in the bodyJust as every small organ or cell in the human body affects the whole, every believer has a vital part to play in the church.Ephesians 4:16
The inner core of the churchWhile multitudes may attend gatherings, God is building a committed inner core of believers who are willing to pay the price.
Moving from self-centeredness to God-centerednessTrue church participation requires moving away from self-centered living to fulfill our individual purpose in Christ.
Always bearing the dying of Jesus in our bodySpiritual growth comes when we continuously carry the principle of non-self-centeredness so that Jesus's life can be seen in us.2 Corinthians 4:10–12
Daily opportunities to die to yourselfA serious Christian will find that God arranges daily situations at home, work, and even in traffic to offer choices to die to self rather than react in the flesh.
Transmitting life to others through death to selfAs the death of Jesus actively works in you, His life is naturally transmitted to bless and bring life to other people.
Setting your mind on human interests rather than God'sJesus rebuked Peter for setting his mind on human interests, noting that claiming to follow God while seeking one's own makes someone a stumbling block to the work.Matthew 16:23
A closing prayer for heartfelt applicationThe speaker closes in prayer, asking the Heavenly Father to make these truths real in believers' hearts by the Holy Spirit.
