Living the God Kind of Life Through Righteousness
Summary
In this year of the open door, we are called to live the God kind of life, a life that reflects the abundance and goodness of God. This life is not marked by sickness, worry, or lack, but by the fullness of God's promises. As we engage in our 30 days of prayer, we are reminded that everything with God works by faith, and faith comes by hearing the Word of God. It is essential to have scripture as the foundation for what we are believing God for, whether it be healing, provision, or family restoration.
Living the God kind of life means understanding that God wants to use us as a testament to His goodness. Our lives should be different because our source is not of this world but from the true and living God. This life is about being a blessing to others, showing them the love and power of God through our testimony. It is about having a righteousness consciousness, knowing that we are in right standing with God, which allows us to ask Him for anything without hesitation.
Righteousness is a position given to us by God, treating us as though we have never sinned. It is not something we earn but receive through faith in Jesus Christ. This righteousness allows us to stand confidently before God, knowing that He hears us and is willing to do exceedingly abundantly above all we can ask or think. It is crucial to be righteousness-minded, as it protects our hearts and enables us to live boldly for God.
As we move forward, let us embrace our righteousness in Christ, knowing that with God, nothing is impossible. Let us be bold in our prayers, asking God for the supernatural and believing that He is willing and able to do it for us. In this year of living the God kind of life, let us be firm in our righteousness, knowing that we are heirs of salvation and more than conquerors through Christ.
Key Takeaways:
- Faith and Scripture: To live the God kind of life, we must have faith, which comes from the Word of God. Having scripture as the foundation for our prayers ensures that we are aligned with God's promises and can confidently believe for His intervention in our lives. [42:08]
- Righteousness Consciousness: Being righteousness-minded means understanding that we are in right standing with God, allowing us to ask Him for anything without hesitation. This consciousness protects our hearts and enables us to live boldly for God. [01:05:10]
- God's Abundance: God desires for us to live abundantly, not just for our benefit but to be a testament to His goodness. Our lives should reflect the abundance of God, showing others the love and power of God through our testimony. [47:03]
- Repentance and Righteousness: True repentance involves a U-turn from our old ways, embracing the new life in Christ. This repentance leads to righteousness, where God treats us as though we have never sinned, allowing us to stand confidently before Him. [01:03:47]
- Boldness in Prayer: With a righteousness consciousness, we can boldly ask God for the supernatural, believing that He is willing and able to do it for us. This boldness comes from knowing that we are heirs of salvation and more than conquerors through Christ. [01:25:41]
Youtube Chapters:
[00:00] - Welcome
[00:45] - Year of the Open Door
[02:30] - 30 Days of Prayer
[05:15] - Faith and Scripture
[10:00] - Living the God Kind of Life
[15:45] - Righteousness Consciousness
[20:30] - God's Abundance
[25:00] - Repentance and Righteousness
[30:45] - Boldness in Prayer
[35:20] - Benefits of Righteousness
[40:10] - Confidence Towards God
[45:00] - Protection of Righteousness
[50:30] - Using Righteousness
[55:00] - Invitation to Salvation
[01:00:00] - Closing Prayer
Study Guide
Bible Study Discussion Guide
Bible Reading:
- Galatians 2:20-21
- Titus 2:11-14
- 2 Corinthians 5:17
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Observation Questions:
1. According to Galatians 2:20-21, how does Paul describe his life in relation to Christ? What does it mean to be "crucified with Christ"? [44:08]
2. In Titus 2:11-14, what does the grace of God teach us about living in this present world? How are we instructed to live? [52:09]
3. How does 2 Corinthians 5:17 describe the transformation that occurs when someone is in Christ? What does it mean for old things to pass away? [01:03:47]
4. The sermon mentions the importance of having a "righteousness consciousness." What does this mean, and how does it affect our relationship with God? [01:05:10]
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Interpretation Questions:
1. How does Paul's statement in Galatians 2:20-21 about living by faith in the Son of God challenge our understanding of identity and purpose as Christians? [44:08]
2. Titus 2:11-14 speaks of living soberly, righteously, and godly. What might this look like in practical terms in today's society? How can believers balance these instructions with the pressures of modern life? [52:09]
3. The sermon emphasizes the idea of being a testament to God's goodness. How can believers practically demonstrate God's abundance and goodness in their daily lives? [47:03]
4. In what ways does having a righteousness consciousness empower believers to pray boldly and expectantly? How does this mindset shift affect one's spiritual life and interactions with others? [01:05:10]
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Application Questions:
1. Reflect on Galatians 2:20-21. How can you live more fully in the reality of being "crucified with Christ" in your daily life? What specific changes might this require in your thoughts or actions? [44:08]
2. Titus 2:11-14 encourages us to deny ungodliness and worldly lusts. Identify one area in your life where you struggle with this. What steps can you take this week to live more soberly and righteously? [52:09]
3. The sermon talks about being a blessing to others and showing God's love through our testimony. Who in your life could benefit from hearing your story of God's goodness? How can you share it with them this week? [47:03]
4. Consider the concept of righteousness consciousness. Is there a specific area in your life where you hesitate to ask God for help or blessings? How can you overcome this hesitation and approach God with confidence? [01:05:10]
5. The sermon mentions the importance of having scripture as the foundation for our prayers. Choose a specific promise from the Bible that you want to stand on in prayer this week. How will you incorporate it into your prayer life? [42:08]
6. Reflect on the idea of repentance as a U-turn from old ways. Is there a particular habit or mindset you need to turn away from to embrace the new life in Christ? What practical steps can you take to make this change? [01:03:47]
7. The sermon encourages boldness in prayer. Identify a specific situation in your life where you need to pray boldly. What will you ask God for, and how will you trust Him to act on your behalf? [01:25:41]
Devotional
Day 1: Faith Anchored in Scripture
To live the God kind of life, faith must be rooted in the Word of God. Faith is not a mere feeling or wishful thinking; it is a confident trust in God's promises as revealed in Scripture. When we align our prayers with God's Word, we position ourselves to receive His intervention in our lives. This alignment ensures that our desires are in harmony with His will, allowing us to confidently believe for His provision, healing, and restoration. As we engage in our 30 days of prayer, let us immerse ourselves in Scripture, allowing it to build our faith and guide our petitions. [42:08]
"So faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ." (Romans 10:17, ESV)
Reflection: Identify a specific promise from Scripture that you need to stand on in faith today. How can you incorporate this promise into your prayers and daily life?
Day 2: Righteousness Consciousness
Being righteousness-minded means understanding our position in Christ, which allows us to approach God without hesitation. Righteousness is not something we earn; it is a gift received through faith in Jesus Christ. This consciousness protects our hearts and empowers us to live boldly for God, knowing that we are in right standing with Him. When we embrace our righteousness, we can confidently ask God for anything, trusting that He hears us and desires to bless us abundantly. Let us cultivate a righteousness consciousness, allowing it to shape our identity and influence our interactions with God and others. [01:05:10]
"For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God." (2 Corinthians 5:21, ESV)
Reflection: In what areas of your life do you struggle to believe that you are truly righteous in Christ? How can you remind yourself of your righteous standing before God today?
Day 3: Living in God's Abundance
God desires for us to live abundantly, not just for our benefit but as a testament to His goodness. Our lives should reflect the abundance of God, demonstrating His love and power through our testimony. This abundance is not limited to material wealth but encompasses peace, joy, and spiritual fulfillment. As we live the God kind of life, we become conduits of His blessings, impacting those around us with His love and grace. Let us embrace this abundant life, allowing it to overflow into every aspect of our existence and touch the lives of others. [47:03]
"And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that having all sufficiency in all things at all times, you may abound in every good work." (2 Corinthians 9:8, ESV)
Reflection: How can you be a testament to God's abundance in your community today? What specific actions can you take to share His love and blessings with others?
Day 4: Repentance Leading to Righteousness
True repentance involves a U-turn from our old ways, embracing the new life in Christ. This repentance leads to righteousness, where God treats us as though we have never sinned. It is a transformative process that aligns our hearts with God's will, enabling us to stand confidently before Him. As we repent, we experience the freedom and joy of being in right standing with God, allowing us to live boldly and purposefully for His glory. Let us continually turn away from sin and towards the righteousness that is ours in Christ. [01:03:47]
"Repent therefore, and turn back, that your sins may be blotted out, that times of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord." (Acts 3:19-20, ESV)
Reflection: Is there an area in your life where you need to make a U-turn and embrace God's righteousness? What steps can you take today to align your heart with His will?
Day 5: Boldness in Prayer
With a righteousness consciousness, we can boldly ask God for the supernatural, believing that He is willing and able to do it for us. This boldness comes from knowing that we are heirs of salvation and more than conquerors through Christ. As we approach God with confidence, we open ourselves to His miraculous intervention in our lives. Let us be bold in our prayers, asking God for the impossible and trusting in His power to bring it to pass. In this year of living the God kind of life, let us stand firm in our righteousness and boldly seek His supernatural provision. [01:25:41]
"Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need." (Hebrews 4:16, ESV)
Reflection: What bold prayer have you been hesitant to bring before God? How can you approach Him with confidence today, trusting in His willingness to answer?
Quotes
"See, the reason God wants you to live a God kind of life is not so that you can decide, you know what? I got it made. I can just stay at home. I ain't even got to do nothing. No. No. The reason why is because. Because God wants to use you as a billboard of his goodness so that other people will come to you and say, how is it?" [00:46:29]
"See, your life should be different from everybody else. Why? Because your source is not this world, but your source is the true and living God. The very. The very one where the scripture says that with God, nothing is impossible." [00:47:03]
"Righteousness is God treating you as though you have never seen it. Think about that for a moment. You have never seen it. He's treating you like he treated Adam in the garden prior to the fall. He's looking at you the same way he looked at Jesus." [01:05:10]
"See, the thing is this. You can either be righteousness minded or you can have a sin conscious mind. Righteousness. You can't have them both. It's one or the other. Now, I'll say this with you. Having a sin consciousness, you will never ask God for the big things." [01:06:40]
"Want to know why? Because you don't believe that you are worthy of him doing it. And if you do decide to ask him, there is hesitation on the inside. You just ask him. You're going to see he might do it." [01:06:56]
"Righteousness is being in right standing with God. See, as long as you are in right standing, you can walk throughout that storehouse, you can pick you up TVs, you can pick you up, what, 3,000 rolls of toilet paper. I mean, you can do it all, right? But you just have to be in right standing." [01:13:38]
"You have to be a member. Oh, man. You have to be connected. Do you know that all the promises of God are yes and amen? You just gotta be in right standing. Come on, you just gotta be in right standing. You just have to be connected. You just gotta be a member." [01:14:33]
"Because now can you see what righteousness is? Oh, praise God. Anybody ever walk down them aisles and be like, man, how did I come out with this whole basket? Alright, so now we see that. Let's do this. So again, we found out what righteousness is. Righteousness is actually a position." [01:15:09]
"You have a position with God where God sees you as righteous. Okay? So, well, let me ask you this. Then, why do we need it? Why do we need righteousness? Because it allows us to stand in the presence of God without condemnation." [01:15:52]
"Let's go to John chapter 16. Oh, praise God. Can you see this? The importance of righteousness. We need righteousness in this year of godly living." [01:16:44]
"Righteousness is the foundation, one of the foundations of your Christianity. There's a reason why the enemy wants to make you think that you're not good enough. He wants to try to keep you in remembrance of those things that happened in the past because he doesn't want you to ask God for help. Because do you know that with God, you're more than a conqueror?" [01:44:08]
"Do you know that with God that you're more than an overcomer? Do you know that with God that you are the, a victor, not a victim? Do you know that with God that you are heirs of salvation? Do you know with God, you get to walk on this earth as Jesus himself did? Praise God." [01:44:44]
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