Confidence in Christ
Confidence in Christ4
"Confidence"
By A.W. Tozer0PHP 3:12A.W. Tozer emphasizes the importance of maintaining confidence in our Christian journey, highlighting that the Christian life is a progression towards God despite the obstacles posed by Satan. He encourages believers to hold fast to their faith and rejoice in hope, reminding them that growth in Christ requires patience and steadfastness. Tozer warns against the dangers of comparing ourselves to others and the pitfalls of both liberalism and zealous evangelicalism, urging Christians to recognize their unique paths and contributions to the body of Christ. He concludes by affirming that while we may not be perfect, we should celebrate the progress we have made and continue to strive towards Christ-likeness.
Walking in Confidence Before God
By Mike Bickle231:02:50ROM 3:21Mike Bickle emphasizes the importance of understanding the grace of God as presented in Romans 3, which allows believers to walk in confidence before God. He explains that many Christians live under a cloud of guilt and condemnation, failing to grasp that God not only forgives them but also enjoys them. Bickle highlights the legal and emotional dimensions of righteousness, asserting that believers are justified freely through Christ's sacrifice, which removes any barrier to their relationship with God. He encourages the congregation to embrace their identity as first-class citizens in God's kingdom, free from condemnation, and to run towards God in times of weakness rather than away from Him.
Understanding Our Spiritual Identity in Christ
By Mike Bickle1650:26JHN 3:16ROM 6:13ROM 8:12CO 5:172CO 5:21GAL 2:20EPH 1:5PHP 3:9COL 3:31JN 1:9Mike Bickle emphasizes the significance of understanding our spiritual identity in Christ, asserting that believers are new creations and that their standing before God is based on Jesus' righteousness rather than their own actions. He explains that the enemy seeks to distort this truth, leading to feelings of condemnation and insecurity, but reminds us that God does not count our sins against us. Bickle encourages believers to present themselves to God as alive and accepted, rather than guilty and condemned, fostering a deeper intimacy with the Lord. He highlights that our confidence in God's acceptance is rooted in the finished work of Christ, which allows us to approach God without fear. Ultimately, he reassures that our identity as lovers of God, despite our struggles with sin, is what defines us.
Death to the Believer 2 Corinthians 5
By John Nelson Darby02CO 5:1John Nelson Darby emphasizes that redemption brings believers into peace and rest in God's presence, highlighting that true Christian life stems from this relationship. He explains that while we are called to walk in obedience, it is through recognizing our death with Christ that we find true liberty and power to overcome sin. Darby encourages believers to live in constant dependence on divine power, understanding that our life in Christ enables us to face judgment with confidence. He stresses the importance of being manifest before God, which leads to an active conscience and a deeper relationship with Him. Ultimately, he reassures that through Christ, we have the promise of eternal life and glory, urging believers to focus on their heavenly calling.