Want to live the abundant life in Christ?
Ric Bender discusses the true meaning of the “abundant life” as taught by Jesus, clarifying that it’s often misunderstood as worldly possessions.
- Misconception of Abundance: Ric Bender explains that many people mistakenly equate an abundant life with material wealth, like cash, bank accounts, or investment portfolios. He references Luke 12:15, where Jesus explicitly states, “one’s life does not consist in the abundance of one’s possessions.”
- True Abundance: Knowing God’s Kingdom: The video emphasizes that the abundant life is about knowing the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven. It’s about intimately walking with God, learning His nature, character, faithfulness, and principles.
- Growing in Relationship with God: Ric highlights that for those in Christ, it’s a privilege to know and grow in God, desiring His wisdom, heart, character, word, power, mercy, grace, and love. This growth is a continuous, never-ending process.
- Moses’ Example: Ric cites Moses’ prayer in Exodus 33:13, where Moses asks God to show him His way so that he may know Him more. This illustrates the heart of desiring a deeper relationship with God, rather than stopping at initial salvation.
