Taking the Ground of the New Man
Keith Malcomson emphasizes the necessity of embracing the new man in Christ, urging believers to leave behind their old Adamic nature and live fully in the heavenly reality of Jesus Christ for true sanctification and spiritual maturity.
This sermon emphasizes the importance of standing on the new ground of the Lord Jesus Christ, leaving behind the old nature and embracing the new man. It highlights the significance of baptism as a symbol of death to the old self and resurrection to a new life in Christ, followed by the laying on of hands to signify identification with the body of Christ. The message encourages believers to forsake despair, self-pity, and doubt, and to come onto the heavenly ground of faith and revival.
Sermon Outline
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I. The Command to Put On the New Man
- New man is the Lord Jesus Christ
- Necessity of leaving the old Adamic nature
- Only on the new man’s ground can God deal with us
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II. The Heavenly Man and New Order of Mankind
- Christ as the heavenly man and the foundation of a new race
- The new man represents a new culture and civilization
- Believers live with a heavenly mindset and lifestyle
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III. The Importance of Spiritual Maturity
- True spiritual education is growth and sanctification
- Warning against remaining a spiritual baby
- Maturity means overcoming sin and living Christlike
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IV. Practical Implications for the Church
- Church must emphasize real transformation, not just mental assent
- Believers must commit fully to Christ’s nature
- Spiritual growth is essential for effective Christian living
Key Quotes
“God will not recognize any other ground. He won't anoint you on any other basis. He will not speak to you on any other basis.” — Keith Malcomson
“If you want him to speak to you, you have to leave the old ground of Adam, of the flesh, of the old nature, and move onto the new man.” — Keith Malcomson
“True spiritual growth and education means there is a maturing within the life. You're overcoming sin. You're overcoming obstacles.” — Keith Malcomson
Application Points
- Commit daily to living as the new man in Christ, leaving behind the old Adamic nature.
- Seek spiritual maturity by allowing the Word of God to transform your life, not just inform your mind.
- Stand firmly on the ground of Christ to experience God’s presence, guidance, and answered prayer.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 'putting on the new man' mean?
It means embracing the Lord Jesus Christ as your new nature, leaving behind the old sinful Adamic nature, and living according to Christ’s character and holiness.
Why is standing on the ground of the new man important?
Because God will only deal with us and answer our prayers when we stand in the position of the new man, which is Christ, not in our old fleshly nature.
How does the new man relate to spiritual growth?
Spiritual growth is the process of being conformed to the image of Christ, the new man, which involves maturity, overcoming sin, and living a holy life.
What is the 'heavenly man' concept?
The heavenly man refers to Christ as the foundation of a new race and civilization of believers who live with a heavenly mindset and lifestyle, distinct from the old Adamic order.
Can someone claim to believe in Christ without being the new man?
Yes, mere mental belief without a life change and commitment to Christ’s nature is not true faith; true belief results in becoming the new man.