Notes from Lecture on New Covenant and Worship

Understanding Sin and Forgiveness

Many people approach God with a focus on their sins, often rushing through prayer and worship.
This mindset is rooted in an Old Testament mentality, which emphasizes sin consciousness.
In the New Covenant, believers should shift their focus to being conscious of Jesus and what He has done for them.
Right believing leads to right living; don't dwell on sins but count on forgiveness through Jesus.
Believers need to understand that their sins have already been forgiven by the blood of Jesus.

During worship or teaching, God can heal even while the word is being preached.
Miracles often occur during the "hearing of faith"—the act of believing in God's word as it's preached.
There is a distinction between the Old and New Covenants: the Old Covenant is based on law (demand), while the New Covenant is based on grace (supply).

Internal Guidance: God's laws are written on believers' hearts and minds, providing internal guidance.
Personal Relationship: God will be their God, and they will be His people, emphasizing an intimate relationship.
Intuitive Knowledge: All will know God intuitively from the least to the greatest, without needing external teaching.

Grace is about understanding God's unmerited favor, which leads to a radical transformation in how believers live.
The New Covenant emphasizes being merciful and forgiving, not remembering sins against believers.
Forgiveness is a one-time event in the New Covenant; believers are encouraged to count on their forgiveness rather than focusing on their failures.

Believers need to have a strong belief in their forgiveness to experience peace and guidance from God.
Doubts about forgiveness can hinder one's relationship with God and the ability to hear His voice clearly.
It’s essential to renew the mind to think according to the New Covenant, focusing on God's grace and forgiveness.

In moments of temptation or recalling past sins, acknowledge forgiveness and remind oneself of God's grace.
The speaker emphasizes that true humility is not being sin-conscious but being aware of one's righteousness in Christ.

Emphasizing the significance of worship and relationship with God, believers should enjoy His love and respond to it.
The session ends with an encouragement for individuals to grow in their understanding of God's grace and to trust in their forgiveness as they live out their faith.