Eunice Cobb (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- February 22 2023

Santosh PoonenOctober 26, 202443mWatch on YouTube

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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 ----- http://rlcf.church River of Life Christian Fellowship 1306 N Lincoln Avenue Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA

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The video tells the story of Eunice Cobb, who transitioned from a vain, worldly young woman to a life of deep spiritual devotion. Her journey highlights the contrast between merely living a 'good life' and embracing true Christian holiness, which required her to give up worldly pleasures and focus on inner transformation through God's grace. The narrative emphasizes the call to repentance and holy living.

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Background and early upbringingUnice was born in 1793 in Connecticut into a home where her parents, though non-religious, trained their children in morality.

A vain youth focused on appearanceAs a young woman, Unice was very attractive and took great pride in her looks, fancy clothes, and being the center of attention.

Turning from the world and joining the MethodistsRealizing the emptiness of her life, Unice turned from worldly pleasures, eventually joining the Methodist movement because of their strong emphasis on inner holiness.

Pressing on to perfection and dealing with inner pridePrompted by scripture, Unice realized that despite changing her outward clothes, her heart was still full of pride and attachment to a lavish lifestyle.

Becoming the saint in CalicoFollowing the example of Christ, she stopped using her husband's carriage, cut her curls, and wore simple blue Calico dresses to identify with the poor.2 Corinthians 8:9

An intense struggle and a satisfied heartThrough intense prayer and a willingness to become nothing for Christ, she experienced a profound inner transformation and a lasting peace.

Early mornings and persistent prayerMother Cobb breathed the spirit of prayer, often rising early to seek God and commune with the Holy Spirit.

Facing opposition and reaching the lostHer radical walk brought rejection from friends and family, yet she continued visiting homes, jails, and bars to point people to Christ.

The secret of complete dependence on GodThe foundation of her sixty years of spiritual victory was her daily dependence on God and continuous drinking from the fountain of living water.

The power of fasting and intercessory prayerShe found that fasting strengthened the power of faith and that silent, invisible intercessory prayer for others accomplished great spiritual things.

Suffering reproach and facing death with triumphDespite enduring criticism from her church class leader regarding her simple appearance, Mother Cobb faced death with absolute joy and victory.

Treasuring the scriptures above allRecorded quotes from her later years emphasize the supreme richness and beauty of the word of God as an eternal refuge from earthly evils.

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