How To Be Led By The Lord (Full Sermon) | Joseph Prince | Gospel Partner Episode

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When seeking divine guidance, remember to include "Just because You love me" in your prayers, as making decisions based on God's love leads to clarity and strength. Recognizing God's love as the foundation of faith is essential in facing challenges and seeking direction.

Insights

  • Adding "Just because You love me" to prayers when seeking guidance or help from the Lord can enhance decision-making by emphasizing God's love in the process.
  • Lack of understanding can lead to struggles in handling difficulties, highlighting the importance of relying on God's love to strengthen faith in challenging times.
  • The act of washing feet symbolizes spiritual renewal, humility, and service, reflecting Jesus' example of love and emphasizing the ministry of righteousness and grace over the law.

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Recent questions

  • How can God's love help in making decisions?

    By considering God's love, decisions become clearer and easier to make. Understanding that God's love for us is more important than our love for Him can provide guidance and strength in facing difficulties. Relying on God's love can strengthen faith and offer a sense of direction in decision-making processes.

  • What is the significance of washing feet in Christianity?

    Washing feet in Christianity symbolizes humility, service, and spiritual cleansing. It reflects Jesus' example of love and humility, emphasizing the importance of serving others with love. The act is not merely physical but carries a deeper meaning of humility and renewal, encouraging believers to follow Jesus' example of love and service.

  • How does righteousness play a role in the ministry of Jesus?

    Righteousness is a key characteristic highlighted in the ministry of Jesus. The act of washing feet is seen as a way to convey righteousness through words and actions, leaving individuals feeling righteous in Christ. The ministry of righteousness is contrasted with the ministry of condemnation, elevating righteousness in glory and emphasizing its transformative power.

  • What is the new commandment Jesus emphasizes?

    Jesus emphasizes a new commandment to love one another as He loved, surpassing the old commandment of loving others as oneself. This new commandment focuses on understanding and embodying Jesus' love, demonstrating love through actions and selflessness. It highlights the importance of love and the transformative power it holds in relationships and communities.

  • How can believers seek guidance from God in decision-making?

    Believers can seek guidance from God by looking at the heart of individuals, seeing them as precious and unique in God's eyes. By understanding God's love and seeking guidance with a heart of love, decisions can be made with clarity and purpose. Trusting in God's love and care can provide direction and strength in navigating life's challenges and uncertainties.

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Summary

00:00

"God's Love Strengthens Faith: Testimonies Shared"

  • When asking the Lord for guidance or help, remember to add "Just because You love me" to your prayers.
  • Making decisions is easier when considering God's love.
  • Lack of understanding can lead to struggles in handling difficulties.
  • God's love for us is more important than our love for Him.
  • Rely on God's love to strengthen your faith.
  • Joseph Prince welcomes listeners to the Gospel Partner episode, offering weekly encouragements and exclusive content.
  • A sister from Singapore shares a testimony of miraculous healing from tumors after Pastor Prince's prayer.
  • Another sister from Singapore testifies to a lump disappearing after Pastor Prince's healing prayer.
  • A sister from New Zealand experiences the disappearance of a growth after Pastor Prince's prayer.
  • A brother from France shares a testimony of overcoming addiction through faith in Jesus and Pastor Prince's teachings.

12:51

"Work rewards seen as debts, not grace"

  • The salary received from work is considered a debt owed by the employer, not a gift of grace.
  • The Bible passage from Romans 4 emphasizes that rewards for work are seen as debts, not grace.
  • God justifies the ungodly, not just the godly or those who keep the law.
  • The foundation for God justifying sinful man is the work of Jesus Christ on the cross.
  • The faith that God counts for righteousness is believing that God justifies the ungodly.
  • The gospel of Jesus Christ is often forgotten in today's world, where people are seeking true love.
  • Christianity should not overly focus on end times prophecies, ensuring teachings align with the Bible.
  • The Rapture is a secret event for believers, where they will be transformed in the twinkling of an eye.
  • The resurrection of Jesus Christ differs from that of Lazarus, as Jesus rose never to die again.
  • Believers will receive glorified bodies like Jesus, transcending time and space, and will never die.

26:47

"Symbolic act of washing feet reflects humility"

  • Peter expresses doubt about becoming the first pope, but Jesus performs a symbolic act of washing feet before the crucifixion.
  • Jesus encourages the act of washing feet as a symbol of love and humility, emphasizing the importance of love in such actions.
  • Washing feet is not merely a physical act but a symbolic gesture of humility and service, as exemplified by Jesus.
  • Jesus emphasizes that happiness comes from following His example of serving others and washing feet.
  • The act of washing feet symbolizes spiritual cleansing and humility, reflecting Jesus' continuous service to believers.
  • Jesus' act of washing feet signifies His role as a High Priest who serves and cleanses believers daily.
  • Believers are urged to let Jesus wash their feet symbolically through engaging with the Bible and Christ-centered teachings.
  • The act of washing feet symbolizes spiritual cleansing and renewal, akin to a gold bar being washed to restore its shine.
  • Christians are encouraged to share the message of Christ and act as symbols of love and inspiration to others.
  • The act of washing feet symbolizes spiritual renewal and humility, reflecting Jesus' example of service and humility.

39:43

"Righteousness: Key to Transformative Love and Life"

  • All saints in the book of Revelation will be dressed in fine linen, which symbolizes the righteousness of the saints.
  • In Isaiah 11, it describes the sevenfold Spirit of the Lord upon Jesus, with righteousness being highlighted as a key characteristic.
  • The act of washing people's feet is emphasized as a way to convey righteousness through words and actions, leaving them feeling righteous in Christ.
  • The ministry of righteousness is contrasted with the ministry of condemnation under the old covenant, with righteousness being elevated in glory.
  • Romans 5:17 is cited to illustrate the impact of Adam's offense leading to death, emphasizing the universal belief in death as a testament to the truth of the Bible.
  • The concept of reigning in life through the gift of righteousness is introduced, highlighting the transformative power of this gift.
  • Jesus's commandment to love one another as He loved is presented as a new commandment, emphasizing the importance of understanding and embodying His love.
  • The distinction between the old commandment of loving others as oneself and the new commandment of loving as Jesus loved is explained, focusing on the demonstration of love.
  • The challenges of fulfilling the greatest commandment of loving God entirely are discussed, highlighting the impossibility of achieving it under the law.
  • The necessity of being dead to the law to live unto God through grace is emphasized, with the law serving to reveal human sinfulness and the need for grace.

53:09

"Embracing God's Love: Grace Over Law"

  • The mirror is described as having spots and wrinkles, leading to a discussion on the inability to change the mirror or use it to clean blemishes.
  • The text delves into the concept of holiness and morality, emphasizing that grace-based morality surpasses self-imposed humility.
  • A passage from 1 John 4 is referenced, highlighting God's love being shown through sending His Son for humanity's salvation.
  • The definition of love according to God is explored, contrasting human love for God with God's love for humanity.
  • The importance of understanding God's love over human love is stressed, emphasizing the significance of grace over law.
  • The text encourages believing in God's love, especially during challenging times, to maintain faith and confidence.
  • The idea that believers are to love one another as God loves them is reiterated, emphasizing the reciprocal nature of love.
  • The concept of believers being like Jesus in the world, free from diseases and under God's favor, is discussed.
  • The text encourages confessing and thanking for blessings rather than asking, promoting a positive and grateful mindset.
  • A personal anecdote about praying for protection from snakes during a walk in a nature reserve is shared, highlighting the importance of listening to inner guidance and trusting in God's protection.

01:05:27

Divine Protection and Love: A Reflection

  • The narrator encounters what appears to be a branch in their path, which they mistake for a snake due to its triangular pattern.
  • Despite thinking the snake is dead, the narrator cautiously goes around it and warns a couple approaching about the snake.
  • The snake suddenly turns around and startles the couple, moving quickly despite appearing dead.
  • The narrator reflects on the incident, thanking the Lord for protection and urging others to pray for them.
  • The narrator transitions to discussing the importance of decisions based on God's love and seeking answers in times of difficulties.
  • The narrator delves into the symbolism of the high priest's breastplate, emphasizing the representation of the twelve tribes of Israel as precious stones engraved on the heart.
  • The narrator highlights the significance of seeing others as precious and unique in God's eyes, emphasizing the importance of love and individual value.
  • Moving to a biblical passage in John 13, the narrator discusses the disciples' confusion over who would betray Jesus.
  • The narrator contrasts Peter's reliance on his love for Jesus with John's trust in Jesus's love for him, illustrating the importance of a steadfast foundation in God's love.
  • John, symbolizing reliance on Jesus's love, privately asks Jesus about the betrayer, receiving a private answer and demonstrating the power of claiming Jesus's love.

01:17:48

"Seeking God's Guidance in Darkness"

  • Judas received a piece of bread and went out immediately, and it was night.
  • Judas's actions symbolize spiritual darkness and a lack of hope.
  • Some people claim to follow Jesus but are not truly saved.
  • Encouragement is given to lean on Jesus's love and be close to Him.
  • David faced distress when his family was taken captive, but he strengthened himself in the Lord.
  • David sought guidance from the high priest using the ephod for decision-making.
  • The ephod was used for making decisions, not for judgment.
  • David inquired of the Lord using the ephod and was instructed to pursue and recover all.
  • Guidance from God was sought by looking at the heart of the high priest.
  • It is emphasized to see all people as precious and to seek guidance from God with a heart of love.

01:30:45

"Daily connection with God through free app"

  • The new app is designed to help users connect with the Lord daily through a guided experience, starting the day with the word of God. A short prayer is included, emphasizing God's love and care, encouraging users to bring all their cares to Him. The app promotes musing over amusement, suggesting meditation on Scripture for health, life, and prosperity. The daily experience is now free thanks to Gospel Partners, available on the Joseph Prince App.
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