Young People Determine To Be Pure | Zac Poonen | Annie Poonen | Tamil

Zac PoonenMay 7, 20201h 0mWatch on YouTube

2013 Karaikudi Conference Theme: God Honours Those Who Honour Him தேவனை கனம்பண்ணுகிறவர்களை அவர் கனம் பண்ணுவார் Message Title: 5) Young People Determine To Be Pure - Zac Poonen & Annie Poonen தூய்மையாய் இருக்கத் தீர்மானிக்கும் வாலிபர்கள் Visit our website for more information: www.cfcindia.com

Summary

The sermon centers on the importance of making conscious, daily decisions to remain pure, drawing a parallel to Daniel's resolve not to defile himself. The speaker emphasizes that wisdom is crucial in all areas of life—from handling relationships and money to consuming media—and that what we allow into our minds, whether good or bad, remains permanently. Therefore, we must be extremely careful about what we allow to pollute our hearts and minds.

Outline

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Daniel's decision in his heartDaniel made up his mind in Daniel chapter 1 verse 8 that he would not defile himself in any way, which gained him God's favor and ultimate wisdom.

Protecting your mind and memoryWhatever you put into your mind through television, cinemas, and what you see or hear stays in your memory forever, so you must guard what enters.

Daniel's unmatched wisdom and righteousnessEzekiel 28 and Ezekiel 14 reveal that God viewed Daniel as wiser than the wisest human and counted him among the three most righteous men in history alongside Noah and Job.

Remaining humble when honored by GodEven when publicly praised or acknowledged by God, Daniel remained deeply humble and focused on honoring God rather than seeking the approval of men.

A personal testimony of standing for GodThe speaker shares how, after being converted at nineteen in the Navy, God intervened and canceled a trip to the cinema when he lacked the boldness to refuse.

Do not complain about boring sermonsJust as Jesus listened to thousands of boring sermons in the synagogue at Nazareth without complaining, believers should look to His example and find food in God's Word.

Joseph's example of saying no to temptationLike Daniel, Joseph in Genesis 39 repeatedly refused temptation by saying no to Potiphar's wife, showing that young people must learn to resist sin.

Wisdom for young women and thought lifeYoung women are encouraged to combat unnecessary thoughts, ask God for wisdom as promised in James, and fill their minds with Scripture.

Guarding your friendshipsBecause friendships heavily influence spiritual life, believers must ask God to break negative attachments and provide godly friends who pray together.

Knowing God as your loving FatherJesus came to reveal God as a loving father who gives good gifts to those who ask, offering security to those who feel lonely or inferior.

Daily feeding on the Word of GodJust as God provided manna daily in the wilderness to teach Israel to live by His words, believers must read the Bible every day to keep their hearts pure.

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