The Word of Our Testimony - Santosh Poonen - February 22, 2015
http://rlcfchurch.org/bible-studies River of Life Christian Fellowship 1306 N Lincoln Avenue Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA
Summary
The speaker encourages the congregation to remember the power of their testimony, drawing parallels to the persecution faced by Christians throughout history. He emphasizes that believers overcome the accuser not by physical strength, but through the blood of the Lamb and the powerful confession of their faith. Therefore, the word of our testimony is mightier than the sword, and we should use it to proclaim God's love and our walk with Jesus.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
An image of persecution in RevelationThe speaker shares an image on his mind based on a news report of Coptic Christian men lined up on a beach before being killed.
Jesus sympathizes with our sufferingJesus feels the pain of His body suffering, and though no torture equals what He endured on the cross, He can deeply empathize.
Preparing for future trialsThe speaker expresses sorrow for the families affected and believes similar trials may come to this country soon to encourage believers.Revelation 12:12
The devil's great wrath because of short timeWoe is pronounced on the earth because the devil has great wrath, knowing he has only a short time before being sent into the abyss.Revelation 12:12
The accuser thrown downThe accuser who stands before God day and night has been thrown down, and salvation and the kingdom of God have come.
Overcoming by the blood and the testimonyBelievers overcome the accuser because of the blood of the Lamb and the word of their testimony, not loving their lives even unto death.
The word of our testimony is mightier than the swordPhysical threats cannot overcome the power of our testimony, which speaks against principalities and powers.
Sharing words of encouragement and hopeThe speaker encourages everyone to use the opportunity to share words proclaiming that they are children of God walking closely with Jesus.
