"Build, with God's Power" - Image Bearer Ministries

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<ul> <li>00:00:12 – <a href=””>Introduction to Kingdom Questions </a></li> <li>00:00:34 – <a href=””>Starting the New Year with Scriptural Fundamentals </a></li> <li>00:01:15 – <a href=””>Christian Responsibilities and Divine Powers </a></li> <li>00:02:33 – <a href=””>The Role of Christ in Christian Life </a></li> <li>00:03:55 – <a href=””>Simplicity of the Christian Life </a></li> <li>00:05:00 – <a href=””>Foundational Principles for New Year’s Resolutions </a></li> <li>00:06:51 – <a href=””>Practical Application of Divine Principles </a></li> <li>00:08:11 – <a href=””>Inventory of Spiritual Responses </a></li> <li>00:10:30 – <a href=””>Spiritual Bankruptcy and Dependence on God </a></li> <li>00:12:33 – <a href=””>Closing Prayer and Episode Wrap-Up </a></li> </ul>

Part 2 –

“Build, with God’s Power”

This episode builds on the first episode, emphasizing that all sanctification is fundamentally drawing on the power of Christ provided in the resurrection. We were born again through the resurrection of Christ (1 Pet. 1:3), and in sanctification, we progressively live out of the power that Christ has made available. “God’s divine power has given to us everything pertaining to life and godliness…” (2 Pet. 1:3) The episode exhorts believers not to make the tempting mistake of the Galatians who sought “to be perfected by the flesh” instead of drawing on the divine power. (Gal. 3:2-3) New Years’ resolutions often fail because they’re based on fleshly resolve and power. The episode closes with the a summary of the numerous qualities that Christians are to walk in, based on abiding in Christ and His power. Even the Christian response is based on God’s divine power. So, with respect to the constitutional metaphor, “separation of powers” doesn’t refer to a Christian’s response independent of God’s power, but merely highlights human responsibility to ACT, in response to God’s power.

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Episode Chapters –

00:00:12 – Introduction to Kingdom Questions
00:00:34 – Starting the New Year with Scriptural Fundamentals
00:01:15 – Christian Responsibilities and Divine Powers
00:02:33 – The Role of Christ in Christian Life
00:03:55 – Simplicity of the Christian Life
00:05:00 – Foundational Principles for New Year’s Resolutions
00:06:51 – Practical Application of Divine Principles
00:08:11 – Inventory of Spiritual Responses
00:10:30 – Spiritual Bankruptcy and Dependence on God
00:12:33 – Closing Prayer and Episode Wrap-Up

Part 2 –

“Build, with God’s Power”

Podcast (kingdomquestions): Play in new window | Download | Embed

Episode Chapters –

00:00:12 – Introduction to Kingdom Questions
00:00:34 – Starting the New Year with Scriptural Fundamentals
00:01:15 – Christian Responsibilities and Divine Powers
00:02:33 – The Role of Christ in Christian Life
00:03:55 – Simplicity of the Christian Life
00:05:00 – Foundational Principles for New Year’s Resolutions
00:06:51 – Practical Application of Divine Principles
00:08:11 – Inventory of Spiritual Responses
00:10:30 – Spiritual Bankruptcy and Dependence on God
00:12:33 – Closing Prayer and Episode Wrap-Up

Episode Scripture References -

Galatians 3:2-3, 2 Peter 1:3-8, 1 Peter 1:3, Psalm 127:1, Philippians 1:6, Matthew 5:3

More About This Episode -

In this episode of “Kingdom Questions” hosted by Victor Vigorito, the primary focus is on the role of God’s divine power in Christian life, particularly as it relates to New Year resolutions and overall spiritual growth.

Victor starts the episode by highlighting the importance of revisiting fundamental principles – akin to a constitution – specifically pertaining to Christianity. He likens this to understanding the separation and balance of power and responsibility between God and believers. Victor references 2 Peter 1:3-8 to emphasize how God’s divine power grants everything needed for life and godliness, setting a foundation built by Christ, which should guide Christian living.

The podcast delves into the concept that believers are not asked to initiate their salvation or the power for living a godly life – rather, these are received through faith in what Christ has already accomplished, particularly through resurrection, which also promises believers a new birth and a share in the resurrection.

Further on, the host explores the natural progression for a believer, instigated by divine power, which should lead to diligence, moral excellence, knowledge, self-control, perseverance, godliness, brotherly kindness, and love. Victor points out the dangers of attempting these in one’s own strength, as illustrated by the struggles presented in Galatians 3, where fleshly efforts lead to failure.

Victor concludes by reiterating that Christian virtues should naturally flow from the divine empowerment received through Christ’s sacrifice rather than through human effort. This reflective and instructive session encourages believers to discern and depend on their spiritual constitution – God’s divine power – as they aim to fulfill their roles in the kingdom effectively.

Key Terms From This Episode -

Main Theme:The role of God’s divine power in Christian life, focusing on New Year resolutions and spiritual growth.

Key Points:

Fundamental Christian Principles: – Victor emphasizes revisiting basic Christian doctrines, akin to a constitution, that define the balance of power and responsibility between God and believers.
Divine Power and Scripture: – Reference to 2 Peter 1:3-8, highlighting God’s provision of everything needed for life and godliness through divine power.
Salvation and Godly Living: – Salvation and the power for living a godly life come through faith in Christ’s accomplishments, not through personal effort.
New Year’s Resolutions: – Discussion on the tendency of resolutions to focus too much on self-effort rather than relying on divine power.
Role of the Lord in Efforts: – Using Psalms as an analogy, Victor points out that without the Lord’s intervention, human efforts are futile.
Mindset of Reliance: – Encourages a mindset of total reliance on God, regularly reminding oneself of this

Episode Scripture References -

Galatians 3:2-3, 2 Peter 1:3-8, 1 Peter 1:3, Psalm 127:1, Philippians 1:6, Matthew 5:3

More About This Episode -

In this episode of “Kingdom Questions” hosted by Victor Vigorito, the primary focus is on the role of God’s divine power in Christian life, particularly as it relates to New Year resolutions and overall spiritual growth.

Victor starts the episode by highlighting the importance of revisiting fundamental principles – akin to a constitution – specifically pertaining to Christianity. He likens this to understanding the separation and balance of power and responsibility between God and believers. Victor references 2 Peter 1:3-8 to emphasize how God’s divine power grants everything needed for life and godliness, setting a foundation built by Christ, which should guide Christian living.

The podcast delves into the concept that believers are not asked to initiate their salvation or the power for living a godly life – rather, these are received through faith in what Christ has already accomplished, particularly through resurrection, which also promises believers a new birth and a share in the resurrection.

Further on, the host explores the natural progression for a believer, instigated by divine power, which should lead to diligence, moral excellence, knowledge, self-control, perseverance, godliness, brotherly kindness, and love. Victor points out the dangers of attempting these in one’s own strength, as illustrated by the struggles presented in Galatians 3, where fleshly efforts lead to failure.

Victor concludes by reiterating that Christian virtues should naturally flow from the divine empowerment received through Christ’s sacrifice rather than through human effort. This reflective and instructive session encourages believers to discern and depend on their spiritual constitution – God’s divine power – as they aim to fulfill their roles in the kingdom effectively.

Key Terms From This Episode -

Main Theme:The role of God’s divine power in Christian life, focusing on New Year resolutions and spiritual growth.

Key Points:

Fundamental Christian Principles

– Victor emphasizes revisiting basic Christian doctrines, akin to a constitution, that define the balance of power and responsibility between God and believers.

Divine Power and Scripture

– Reference to 2 Peter 1:3-8, highlighting God’s provision of everything needed for life and godliness through divine power.

Salvation and Godly Living

– Salvation and the power for living a godly life come through faith in Christ’s accomplishments, not through personal effort.

New Year’s Resolutions

– Discussion on the tendency of resolutions to focus too much on self-effort rather than relying on divine power.

Role of the Lord in Efforts

– Using Psalms as an analogy, Victor points out that without the Lord’s intervention, human efforts are futile.

Mindset of Reliance

– Encourages a mindset of total reliance on God, regularly reminding oneself of this

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