Sunday, February 8, 2009
the toughest race!
hey cell! i hope that God has spoken to you during the service just now :) here's a short summary of the sermon by ps aaron (for the benefit of those who couldn't join us! you all are not forgotten) but forgive me if i miss out some points! haha. i cannot memorise the whole sermon.Hebrews 12 :1-2
1Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. 2Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
1. Motivation to run the race
In chapter 11 of Hebrews, it talks about the people of God who have run the race. They have kept their faith in God even though it was not easy. We have a great cloud of witnesses to cheer us on in this race. Do not give up!
2. Preparation for the race
Weights that hinder us from running the race
-fears for the future
-shadows of past
-comfort of the present life
-preferences
-wordly passion
-jealousy, envy, hatred
-excessive affection
The sin that entangles ...
-sin of unbelief
Hebrews 3:12
See to it, brothers, that none of you has a sinful, unbelieving heart that turns away from the living God.
3. Concentration during the race
-Connect yourself to the vine (Jesus)
-Jesus is the source of strength, life and grace
Let's continue to run this race as a cell, it is not easy and will never be. but i believe that God is my refuge and strong tower and will be yours. Fix our eyes on Jesus. Let's continue to encourage one another and connect to God daily!
You can do it! so do it today! :)
=) pc
7:10 PM
cell group, out!
cell group, out!