All That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 21 of 80) - Zac Poonen (with Romanian Subtitles)
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Summary
Jesus taught that in giving, praying, and fasting, believers should practice their righteousness in secret, rather than seeking honor from people. The speaker emphasizes that this principle is a contrast to the hypocrisy of the Pharisees and that Christian giving should be voluntary, cheerful, and done without public display. Furthermore, the sermon cautions against adhering to Old Covenant practices, such as mandatory tithing, stressing that the New Covenant emphasizes freedom and grace.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
What are the wrong attitudes warned against in Matthew chapter 6?Jesus addresses three areas where people seek human honor instead of keeping sacrifices secret before God: giving, praying, and fasting.
How should we give alms according to Jesus?Jesus warns against drawing attention to one's giving like a hypocrite, teaching instead that giving should be done in secret so the Father who sees in secret will repay.
Are Christians under the Old Covenant tithing law?Tithing was an Old Covenant practice involving agricultural produce, whereas New Covenant giving is characterized by being secret, cheerful, and proportionate to earnings.
How should we avoid hypocrisy in prayer?Believers must not pray in public to be seen and praised by men, which turns a good work into a dead work that requires repentance.
How do we pray in secret while in public?Even in the midst of others, we can shut the door of our mind and pray directly to our Father as if alone with Him.
Why must we avoid meaningless repetitions and many words?God is not impressed by pagan chanting or long, repetitive prayers, but rather looks for a heart free from unconfessed sin and offered in genuine faith.
Why does God want us to pray if He already knows our needs?God asks us to pray so we can experience fellowship and cooperation with Him when He answers.
