Reinforcing Truth: Doctrine Was Important

Reinforcing Truth: Doctrine Was Important

In this conversation, Speaker 1 and Unknown Speaker discuss the current state of truth in society and its impact on Christianity. Speaker 1 argues that Satan is trying to convince people that they can build their lives without a solid foundation of truth. Unknown Speaker seeks clarification on the objective of Jenga and the importance of truth in the Christian movement. Later, Speaker 1 emphasizes the central belief of Christianity – that Jesus is Lord and King – and its implications on one’s life. They also highlight the importance of God’s Word as the foundation of truth, and the need to be committed to reinforcing the truth of the gospel, even when it goes against the world’s views.

Action Items

• [ ] Continue preaching the Word of God to spread the truth about Jesus.
• [ ] Obey the commands of Christ even when inconvenient.
• [ ] Remain committed to believing, obeying and enjoying all that Christ promised, not just following for popularity.

Outline

Attacking truth through deception and confusion.

• Speaker 1 argues that truth is being attacked and eroded, and that building without a solid foundation will lead to destruction.
• Speaker 1 emphasizes the importance of building on Jesus Christ as the foundation of faith, as He is the truth and the rock that will not fail.
• The speaker discusses the importance of the word of truth in the face of Satan’s attacks.

The importance of believing Jesus is Lord and King, with emphasis on the Bible as the ultimate authority.

• God’s Word convicts, commands, changes, and challenges us.
• Young ruler’s encounter with Jesus challenges listeners to prioritize the Word of God.
• Speaker 1 emphasizes Jesus’ lordship, not leadership or management, in a democratic republic where individuals have agency but must obey God’s commands.
• The core truth of Christianity is that Jesus is Lord, not just a figurehead or a moral teacher, but the one who has ultimate authority and control over all things.

Christianity, obedience to God’s commands, and enjoying God’s promises.

• The speaker believes in God and trusts His design and purpose for their life.
• The speaker recognizes that God’s design and purpose for their life may challenge their own beliefs and values.
• Jesus is Lord, commands to be obeyed, formula for church growth.
• Early church distinguished between followers and committed disciples of Christ.
• Speaker emphasizes importance of standing for truth, even when unpopular.

This content was featured at the 2024 Antioch Collective Annual Assembly at The Crossings Church St. Charles County in O’Fallon, MO. For more like this, visit https://antiochcollective.org/