Words of Encouragement -- Dave Bertsch & David Lane -- December 19, 2021
http://rlcf.church River of Life Christian Fellowship 1306 N Lincoln Avenue Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA
Summary
The speaker emphasizes the theme of unwavering dedication, drawing parallels from Ruth's loyalty to Naomi, Peter's commitment to Christ, and the promise of the New Covenant. He argues that true life is found in following Christ, requiring a willingness to forsake everything else. The message concludes by pointing to Isaiah 66, noting that God seeks those who are humble, contrite, and ready to follow Him.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Ruth's declaration of loyalty to Naomi and GodRuth commits to stay with Naomi, declaring that Naomi's people will be her people and her God will be her God.
The new covenant promise in JeremiahGod gives a promise in Jeremiah that His people will be His people and He will be their God, echoing Ruth's dedication.Jeremiah 30:22
Peter's confession to JesusWhen Jesus asks if the twelve will also leave, Peter answers that Jesus has the words of eternal life and is the Son of the living God.
David's loyalty to the LordDavid sets the Lord always before him at his right hand so that he shall not be moved.
God looks to the humble and contriteGod looks to the one who is humble, contrite in spirit, and trembles at His word.
The grain of wheat must dieJesus explains that unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies, it remains alone, but if it dies it bears much fruit.
Walking in the light for true fellowshipIf we walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another and the blood of Jesus cleanses us from all sin.
Disappointments and offenses reveal the heartGod allows disappointments and offenses to come in church life to test our hearts, reveal what is inside, and teach us to die to ourselves.
