CN Testy

Pastor CN Test

May 20, 2024

Main Idea

The main idea of Pastor Jacob's message was that our identity and the people we allow to influence us are the two key factors that will determine our future. He stressed that understanding our identity in Christ and choosing our audience wisely can lead us to God's best for our lives. By examining the downfall of Rehoboam due to poor counsel, Pastor Jacob illustrated the consequences of giving the wrong people access to our lives and the importance of choosing relationships that align with God's will.

Scripture References

Mark 12:21, 1 Kings 12:1-19, Proverbs 13:20, 1 Corinthians 15:33, John 15:15, 1 Corinthians 11:1, 1 Thessalonians 1:6, Matthew 7:21-27, John 10:10

How does understanding our identity in Christ influence our decisions and future?

What can we learn from Rehoboam's mistake about the importance of wise counsel?

Discussion Questions:

How can we discern between God-fearing, God-following, and God's friends when choosing our relationships?

What steps can we take to ensure we are surrounding ourselves with people who add value to our lives?

How can we lovingly 'friend up' and encourage others to seek a closer relationship with God?

Summary

In Pastor Jacob Aranza's sermon on 'Identity,' he emphasized the importance of understanding our identity and being selective about our audience. He illustrated this through the story of Rehoboam, who lost his kingdom by listening to his peers rather than wise counsel. Pastor Jacob urged us to surround ourselves with God-fearing, God-following, and God's friends, highlighting that our relationships shape our future. He encouraged us to seek counsel from those who walk with God and to build friendships with those who are committed to following Him.