3rd July 2022 - CFC Sunday Church Service | Knowing God the Father and His Values - Zac Poonen
3rd July 2022 - CFC Sunday Church Service | Knowing God the Father and His Values - Zac Poonen
Summary
The message emphasizes that truly knowing God the Father is not merely intellectual understanding but a transformative experience that satisfies the hungry and thirsty heart. The speaker draws a parallel between Adam's choice in the Garden of Eden and humanity's current distorted sense of values, urging the congregation to open their hearts to receive God's revelation.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
The Tree of Knowledge Versus the Tree of LifeAdam's choice in the garden distorted human values, and only Jesus walked by the tree of life, serving as the sole example of true righteousness.
Searching the Scriptures Without Finding LifeThe Pharisees knew the scriptures thoroughly yet missed eternal life because they relied on religious rules instead of coming directly to Jesus.John 5:39–40
What Men Esteem Versus What God DetestsHumanity's distorted values elevate things like money and status, which God detests because they stem from partaking of the tree of knowledge.Luke 16:15
What Is Eternal Life?Eternal life is not merely living forever in heaven, but intimately knowing the only true God and Jesus Christ whom He sent.John 17:3
Who Is the Greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven?While religious systems value gifted preachers and leaders, Jesus taught that whoever humbles himself like a little child is the greatest in heaven.
The Importance of Every CommandmentA person's spiritual standing is determined by their respect for even the least of God's commandments, recognizing that authority belongs to the One who gave them.Matthew 5:19
Revealing the FatherKnowing God the Father requires revelation from the Son, which frees believers from anxiety, bitterness, and unforgiveness.Matthew 11:27
Jesus Escaping the Crowd in NazarethWhen a hostile crowd tried to throw Jesus off a cliff, He walked through them unharmed because He rested completely in His Father's will.
Trusting God for Provision and ProtectionReflecting on decades of depending on God for provision without asking humans for money, the speaker affirms that God sustains His servants faithfully into old age.
A Prayer of Dedication on Father's DayThe message closes with a time of silent prayer, inviting listeners to commit to knowing God better and becoming godly fathers to their children.
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