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Exhortation

Radiant Church Visalia
Radiant Church Visalia
Episode • Jan 10, 2016 • 43m

Scripture References:

  • Hebrews 10:19-25
  • Revelation 12:10-11
  • 2 Corinthians 4:4-7
  • Psalm 27:1-14
  • Isaiah 43:1-4
  • Psalm 71:7-8

Intro:

  • Sharing personal experiences and connection with the congregation.
  • Context for the message: sharing with men's group and fitting with Hebrews 10.
  • Topic introduction: the gift of exhortation.

Key Points:

  • Defining Exhortation:
    • Encouragement, challenge, motivation, or rebuke.
    • Intent: fostering spiritual growth and action.
    • Hebrews 10:25: "Stirring up one another to love and good works."
    • Exhortation builds up, not destroys.
  • The Need for Exhortation:
    • Following Jesus is counter-cultural and difficult.
    • Analogy of football: demanding and requires encouragement.
    • Personal training example: pushing through when wanting to quit.
    • Tendency to lose confidence without exhortation.
  • Personal Story and Biblical Example:
    • Baseball story: father's exhortation to focus and persevere.
    • Impact of that exhortation over time.
    • John 21: Jesus' exhortation of Peter after denial.
    • Jesus' restoration: simple cue and practical advice.
  • Obstacles to Exhortation:
    • Risk and vulnerability: fear of rejection, being wrong.
    • Confrontation: discomfort with potentially messy situations.
    • Need for walking in step with the Spirit.
    • Despite difficulties, the value and impact of exhortation.
  • How to Exhort:
    • Importance of integrity, respect, and trust.
    • Goal: to build up and bring life.
    • Offer practical advice and guidance.
    • Demonstrations of exhortation within the congregation.
  • Practical Application:
    • Exhortation is not just for skilled communicators.
    • Challenge to use words to build up others.
    • Travis's encouragement: "If you're thinking something positive, say it."
    • Final exhortation from Hebrews 10:39.

Conclusion:

  • Reinforcement of the power of exhortation.
  • Encouragement to actively use the gift to build up the church.
  • Emphasis on the positive impact of spoken encouragement.

Call to Action:

  • Challenge to use words to build up this week.
  • Invitation to men to attend a Wednesday morning prayer gathering.
  • Encouragement to step out and exhort others.

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