Audiobook
Live recordings from RLCF Family Prayer Meetings during which Santosh Poonen shares Christian biographies adapted for children
Based loosely on the chapter from the book, "They Knew Their God" by Harvey, Harvey & Hey
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http://rlcf.church
River of Life Christian Fellowship
1306 N Lincoln Avenue
Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA
Summary
The sermon recounts the life of Robert Aitken, detailing his journey from a well-educated but initially unspiritual background to a profound spiritual awakening. His life illustrates a deep commitment to Christ's gospel, marked by periods of intense evangelism, wrestling with pride, and ultimately submitting to God's will, even when it meant returning to a church he had left. The central themes are the necessity of true conversion, the danger of self-reliance, and the pursuit of holiness.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Introduction to Robert AitkenSantosh Poonen introduces the story and background of Robert Aitken, who was born into a Scottish Presbyterian family in 1800.
Ministry and MarriageRobert transitioned to the Church of England, married Anna Elizabeth Aes despite her mother's objections, and managed a school before moving to the Isle of Man for his wife's health.
The Drained Bog and ConvictionWhile draining a swamp on his property, a laborer's sharp comment haunted Robert, leading him to meditate deeply on his true purpose and hear God correcting his approach to the gospel.
Sixteen Days of Brokenness and RebirthAfter fasting and praying through intense conviction for sixteen days, Robert experienced a profound sense of salvation, leading to great joy and a passion to preach Christ everywhere.
Traveling EvangelistAs the Anglican church closed its doors to his fiery style, the Methodists welcomed him, and he traveled extensively across England as a freelance evangelist.
Realizing the Root of PrideDespite his successful ministry, Robert recognized his spiritual ups and downs were caused by pride, leading him to pray for circumstances where he could not have his own way.
Return to the Church of England and SilenceConvicted of the sin of division, Robert returned to the Church of England and humbly submitted to a three-year period of disciplinary silence.
The Search for Inner HolinessRobert expressed deep spiritual unease in his letters, emphasizing that relying on grace while continuing to sin is a lie, and arguing for the high scriptural standard of holiness.
The Torment of Eternity and Christ as EverythingRobert suffered intense anguish not from fear of hell, but from the realization that Christ was not yet his absolute everything while on earth.
A Second Marriage and Ministry in CornwallFollowing the death of his wife Anna from tuberculosis, Robert married Wilhelmina Day McDowell Grant, and they settled into an obscure church in Cornwall.
Building a Church with MinersAssigned to a remote mining community with no church building, Robert persuaded local miners with his authority to help build a temporary and then permanent church.
Anguish for the Lost and Spiritual AwakeningRobert continued to grieve over perishing souls and sought a deeper union with Christ, eventually receiving a profound spiritual release and understanding from God.
Moving Past the Foundation to Christ's LifeRobert identified that the main error of his religious life had been constantly relaying the foundation of Christ's death rather than fully resting in the power of Christ living in him.
Outpouring of Revival in CornwallThrough relentless intercession and preaching, revival broke out in Cornwall, filling Aitken's home and the surrounding countryside with repentant and rejoicing believers.
A Faithful FinishAfter decades of tireless spiritual labor, Robert Aitken's earthly life ended suddenly at a London train station in 1873 as he prepared to return home.
Audiobook
Live recordings from RLCF Family Prayer Meetings during which Santosh Poonen shares Christian biographies adapted for children
Based loosely on the chapter from the book, "They Knew Their God" by Harvey, Harvey & Hey
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http://rlcf.church
River of Life Christian Fellowship
1306 N Lincoln Avenue
Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA
Summary
The sermon recounts the life of Robert Aitken, detailing his journey from a well-educated but initially unspiritual background to a profound spiritual awakening. His life illustrates a deep commitment to Christ's gospel, marked by periods of intense evangelism, wrestling with pride, and ultimately submitting to God's will, even when it meant returning to a church he had left. The central themes are the necessity of true conversion, the danger of self-reliance, and the pursuit of holiness.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Introduction to Robert AitkenSantosh Poonen introduces the story and background of Robert Aitken, who was born into a Scottish Presbyterian family in 1800.
Ministry and MarriageRobert transitioned to the Church of England, married Anna Elizabeth Aes despite her mother's objections, and managed a school before moving to the Isle of Man for his wife's health.
The Drained Bog and ConvictionWhile draining a swamp on his property, a laborer's sharp comment haunted Robert, leading him to meditate deeply on his true purpose and hear God correcting his approach to the gospel.
Sixteen Days of Brokenness and RebirthAfter fasting and praying through intense conviction for sixteen days, Robert experienced a profound sense of salvation, leading to great joy and a passion to preach Christ everywhere.
Traveling EvangelistAs the Anglican church closed its doors to his fiery style, the Methodists welcomed him, and he traveled extensively across England as a freelance evangelist.
Realizing the Root of PrideDespite his successful ministry, Robert recognized his spiritual ups and downs were caused by pride, leading him to pray for circumstances where he could not have his own way.
Return to the Church of England and SilenceConvicted of the sin of division, Robert returned to the Church of England and humbly submitted to a three-year period of disciplinary silence.
The Search for Inner HolinessRobert expressed deep spiritual unease in his letters, emphasizing that relying on grace while continuing to sin is a lie, and arguing for the high scriptural standard of holiness.
The Torment of Eternity and Christ as EverythingRobert suffered intense anguish not from fear of hell, but from the realization that Christ was not yet his absolute everything while on earth.
A Second Marriage and Ministry in CornwallFollowing the death of his wife Anna from tuberculosis, Robert married Wilhelmina Day McDowell Grant, and they settled into an obscure church in Cornwall.
Building a Church with MinersAssigned to a remote mining community with no church building, Robert persuaded local miners with his authority to help build a temporary and then permanent church.
Anguish for the Lost and Spiritual AwakeningRobert continued to grieve over perishing souls and sought a deeper union with Christ, eventually receiving a profound spiritual release and understanding from God.
Moving Past the Foundation to Christ's LifeRobert identified that the main error of his religious life had been constantly relaying the foundation of Christ's death rather than fully resting in the power of Christ living in him.
Outpouring of Revival in CornwallThrough relentless intercession and preaching, revival broke out in Cornwall, filling Aitken's home and the surrounding countryside with repentant and rejoicing believers.
A Faithful FinishAfter decades of tireless spiritual labor, Robert Aitken's earthly life ended suddenly at a London train station in 1873 as he prepared to return home.
