Living in the Fullness of the New Covenant

The focus of my ministry over the past fifty years has been to guide Christians into the New Covenant, as many believers, despite accepting Christ as their Savior, live a life of spiritual ups and downs. This inconsistency is not what God intended for us; it is a result of being cheated out of our birthright, which is the fullness of life that Jesus purchased for us through His death, resurrection, and the sending of the Holy Spirit. The devil has counterfeited many aspects of the Christian life, particularly the New Covenant and the fullness of the Holy Spirit, because these are the most valuable elements of our faith.

For many years, I lived a defeated Christian life, despite being a preacher. My life was characterized by inconsistency, discouragement, and a lack of purity in thought and action. It wasn't until I hit rock bottom and earnestly sought God that I experienced a genuine filling of the Holy Spirit, which transformed my life. This experience taught me that the Christian life is not about external appearances or gifts but about a deep, internal transformation that leads to consistent growth and victory over sin.

The New Covenant promises us victory over sin, not just forgiveness. Grace is not merely God's unmerited favor; it is His power to overcome sin. This revelation changed my understanding of the Christian life. The presence of Jesus, made real through the Holy Spirit, brings fullness of joy and continuous victory. The Holy Spirit's role is to help us obey Christ's commandments, which are internal and far more demanding than the Old Testament laws. This life of victory and joy is possible only through a continuous filling of the Holy Spirit.

The quality of our eternity is influenced by how we live on earth. Our ultimate reward in heaven is closeness to Jesus, not material comforts. The presence of Christ is the essence of heaven, and the Holy Spirit brings that presence into our lives now. This presence is marked by joy, peace, and a life free from the dominion of sin. To experience this, we must humble ourselves, forgive others, and live in continuous dependence on God. This is the genuine Spirit-filled life that God desires for us.

Key Takeaways

• 1. The New Covenant offers more than forgiveness; it promises victory over sin through the power of the Holy Spirit. This victory is not about external appearances but an internal transformation that leads to consistent growth and joy in the Lord. [12:59]
• 2. Grace is not just God's unmerited favor; it is His power to overcome sin. Living under grace means sin will not have dominion over us, much like a roof protects us from the elements. This understanding of grace is crucial for a victorious Christian life. [15:09]
• 3. The presence of Jesus, made real through the Holy Spirit, brings fullness of joy. This joy is not dependent on circumstances but on the continuous awareness of Christ's presence. It is a mark of being filled with the Holy Spirit. [28:22]
• 4. Our ultimate reward in heaven is closeness to Jesus, not material comforts. The presence of Christ is the essence of heaven, and the Holy Spirit brings that presence into our lives now. This presence is marked by joy, peace, and a life free from the dominion of sin. [43:26]
• 5. To experience the genuine fullness of the Holy Spirit, we must humble ourselves, forgive others, and live in continuous dependence on God. This life of victory and joy is possible only through a continuous filling of the Holy Spirit. [01:04:17]
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Youtube Chapters

• [00:00] - Welcome
• [00:28] - Introduction to the New Covenant
• [01:17] - The Counterfeit of the Holy Spirit
• [02:26] - Personal Testimony of Defeat
• [04:56] - Transformation Through the Holy Spirit
• [06:08] - Rejecting Condemnation
• [09:58] - Revelation of the New Testament
• [12:59] - Understanding Grace
• [15:09] - Living Under Grace
• [19:15] - The Agony of the Cross
• [23:16] - The Cup of Suffering
• [27:58] - The Presence of Jesus
• [32:07] - Keeping Christ's Commandments
• [38:37] - The Call to Overcome
• [43:26] - The Reward of Closeness to Jesus
• [52:49] - True Worship and Reverence
• [58:17] - Rejoicing Always
• [63:32] - Continuous Dependence on God
• [66:16] - Humility and Grace

1. Romans 8:1 - "There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus."
2. Matthew 1:21 - "She will bear a son, and you shall call his name Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins."
3. Romans 6:14 - "For sin will have no dominion over you, since you are not under law but under grace."

1. According to the sermon, what is the significance of the New Covenant in the Christian life? How does it differ from the Old Covenant? [00:28]
2. What personal experience did the pastor share about his journey to experiencing the fullness of the Holy Spirit? [04:56]
3. How does the pastor describe the role of grace in overcoming sin, and what analogy does he use to explain it? [15:23]
4. What does the pastor identify as the ultimate reward in heaven, and how does it relate to our life on earth? [43:26]

1. How does Romans 8:1 relate to the pastor's emphasis on rejecting condemnation and discouragement in the Christian life? [06:08]
2. In what ways does the pastor suggest that the presence of Jesus, made real through the Holy Spirit, impacts a believer's daily life? [28:22]
3. How does the pastor's understanding of grace in Romans 6:14 challenge common perceptions of grace as merely unmerited favor? [15:09]
4. What does the pastor mean when he says that the quality of our eternity is influenced by how we live on earth? How does this perspective affect our daily choices? [43:26]

1. Reflect on your own spiritual journey. Have you experienced the "ups and downs" that the pastor described? What steps can you take to seek a more consistent walk with God? [00:46]
2. The pastor shared a personal testimony of transformation through the Holy Spirit. Have you had a similar experience? If not, what might be holding you back from seeking this transformation? [04:56]
3. The pastor emphasizes the importance of living under grace to overcome sin. What practical steps can you take to remain "under the roof" of grace in your daily life? [15:23]
4. Consider the pastor's view that the presence of Jesus brings fullness of joy. How can you cultivate a continuous awareness of Christ's presence in your life, regardless of circumstances? [28:22]
5. The pastor speaks about the ultimate reward in heaven being closeness to Jesus. How does this perspective change your view of earthly achievements and priorities? [43:26]
6. The pastor encourages believers to humble themselves and forgive others. Is there someone you need to forgive or seek forgiveness from to experience the fullness of the Holy Spirit? [01:04:17]
7. How can you live in continuous dependence on God, as the pastor suggests, in practical terms? What daily habits or practices can help you maintain this dependence? [01:03:32]