Present All of You as a Slave of Righteousness

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Part 14 –
Present All of You as a Slave of Righteousness
This episode addresses the cross of self-denial with respect to all of our natural abilities and talents. Identifying with Christ is His death, burial and resurrection doesn’t just apply to our sin issues and suffering for Christ: it also refers to holistically submitting to the will of the Father, presenting our natural giftings over to Him to be used at HIS discretion. Paul modeled this kind of self-denial to the Corinthians: to the weak he became weak, “becoming all things to all men that he might win some.” (1 Corinthians 9:19-22) The episode cites several examples in which Christians win battles but lose souls when they fail to lay their knowledge and verbal acumen at the Master’s feet, only to be used upon His leading.

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  • 00:00:35 – Introduction to the Resurrection Application
  • 00:01:11 – The Cross of Self-Denial
  • 00:02:27 – Living for the Will of God
  • 00:03:48 – Submitting Gifts and Talents to God
  • 00:05:36 – Paul’s Example of Adaptability
  • 00:07:40 – Discernment in Using Our Gifts
  • 00:09:48 – Reaching the Lost with Empathy
  • 00:11:09 – Testifying to God’s Greatness
  • 00:12:26 – Closing Prayer and Reflection
Part 14 –
Present All of You as a Slave of Righteousness

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

  • 00:00:35 – Introduction to the Resurrection Application
  • 00:01:11 – The Cross of Self-Denial
  • 00:02:27 – Living for the Will of God
  • 00:03:48 – Submitting Gifts and Talents to God
  • 00:05:36 – Paul’s Example of Adaptability
  • 00:07:40 – Discernment in Using Our Gifts
  • 00:09:48 – Reaching the Lost with Empathy
  • 00:11:09 – Testifying to God’s Greatness
  • 00:12:26 – Closing Prayer and Reflection
This episode addresses the cross of self-denial with respect to all of our natural abilities and talents. Identifying with Christ is His death, burial and resurrection doesn’t just apply to our sin issues and suffering for Christ: it also refers to holistically submitting to the will of the Father, presenting our natural giftings over to Him to be used at HIS discretion. Paul modeled this kind of self-denial to the Corinthians: to the weak he became weak, “becoming all things to all men that he might win some.” (1 Corinthians 9:19-22) The episode cites several examples in which Christians win battles but lose souls when they fail to lay their knowledge and verbal acumen at the Master’s feet, only to be used upon His leading.

Episode Scripture References -

More About This Episode -

Victor emphasizes the need for Christ to be Lord over all aspects of life, not just in overcoming sin but also in the use of one’s gifts. He cites 1 Peter 4:1-2 to illustrate that beyond self-denial of sin, believers should live for the will of God. Victor stresses that previously, individuals may have used their talents for selfish desires, but now they should offer them to God for His purposes.


Victor reflects on Paul’s teaching in 1 Corinthians 9, highlighting how Paul adapted his approach depending on his audience to avoid creating obstacles to the gospel. He discusses the importance of humility and empathy in witnessing rather than engaging in arguments, as winning an argument can sometimes alienate others rather than drawing them closer to Christ.


Throughout the discussion, Victor provides insights into the necessity of presenting one’s gifts to God and exercising discernment in their use, emphasizing that Christians must not rely solely on their abilities to win arguments but should prioritize the effective communication of the gospel. In closing, Victor prays for help in practicing self-denial concerning gifts and talents and for guidance in seeking God’s will in every situation.

Key Terms From This Episode -

Main Theme: Applying the resurrection of Christ in everyday life, especially in relation to Easter celebrations

    Key Points:

  • The crosses Christians must bear: Cross of sin, Cross of suffering for Christ, Cross of self-denial regarding personal attributes, gifts, and talents
  • Importance of making Christ Lord over all life aspects, including the use of gifts
  • Reference to 1 Peter 4:1-2 on living for God’s will beyond self-denial of sin
  • Reference to 1 Peter 4:1-2 on living for God’s will beyond self-denial of sin
  • Reflection on Paul’s adaptable approach in 1 Corinthians 9 to avoid obstructing the gospel

    • Episode Scripture References -

    More About This Episode -

    Victor emphasizes the need for Christ to be Lord over all aspects of life, not just in overcoming sin but also in the use of one’s gifts. He cites 1 Peter 4:1-2 to illustrate that beyond self-denial of sin, believers should live for the will of God. Victor stresses that previously, individuals may have used their talents for selfish desires, but now they should offer them to God for His purposes.


    Victor reflects on Paul’s teaching in 1 Corinthians 9, highlighting how Paul adapted his approach depending on his audience to avoid creating obstacles to the gospel. He discusses the importance of humility and empathy in witnessing rather than engaging in arguments, as winning an argument can sometimes alienate others rather than drawing them closer to Christ.


    Throughout the discussion, Victor provides insights into the necessity of presenting one’s gifts to God and exercising discernment in their use, emphasizing that Christians must not rely solely on their abilities to win arguments but should prioritize the effective communication of the gospel. In closing, Victor prays for help in practicing self-denial concerning gifts and talents and for guidance in seeking God’s will in every situation.

    Key Terms From This Episode -

    Main Theme: Applying the resurrection of Christ in everyday life, especially in relation to Easter celebrations

      Key Points:

  • The crosses Christians must bear: Cross of sin, Cross of suffering for Christ, Cross of self-denial regarding personal attributes, gifts, and talents
  • Importance of making Christ Lord over all life aspects, including the use of gifts
  • Reference to 1 Peter 4:1-2 on living for God’s will beyond self-denial of sin
  • Reference to 1 Peter 4:1-2 on living for God’s will beyond self-denial of sin
  • Reflection on Paul’s adaptable approach in 1 Corinthians 9 to avoid obstructing the gospel
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