Newness and Transformation - CSDC - Apostle Asia Roberts-Francis

"Newness and Transformation"

Introduction:

Welcome to the "Newness and Transformation" podcast sermon with Apostle Asia Roberts-Francis. In this powerful episode, we delve into the profound theme of new beginnings, spiritual renewal, and the transformative work of Christ. Buckle up as we explore how God's grace turns ordinary lives into vessels of extraordinary purpose.

Key Points

1. The Water-to-Wine Miracle Revisited:
   • Our journey begins at the wedding feast in Cana, where Jesus performed His first public miracle turning water into wine. But this miracle is more than just a party trick; it's a signpost pointing to newness.
   • Apostle Asia unpacks the symbolism behind the water and the wine:
     • Water: Represents our old, ritualistic ways the legalism, the striving, and the empty religious practices.
     • Wine: Symbolizes the new covenant the grace, forgiveness, and abundant life found in Christ.
   • Prepare to be amazed as we explore how Jesus's act of turning water into wine foreshadows the transformation He brings to our lives.
2. New Wine, New Wineskins:
   • Remember Jesus's words: "And no one pours new wine into old wineskins. Otherwise, the wine will burst the skins, and both the wine and the wineskins will be ruined." (Mark 2:22)
   • Apostle Asia dives deep into what it means to be a new wineskin:
     • Flexibility: Just like fresh wineskins, our hearts must be flexible and open to God's work. Legalism and rigidity won't hold the new wine of grace.
     • Renewal: We'll explore how God replaces our old, stretched-out wineskins with new ones—renewed minds, transformed attitudes, and hearts ready for His outpouring.

3. The Hour Has Come:
   • Jesus often spoke of His hour the appointed time for His mission, His suffering, and His glorification. But what does it mean for us?
   • Apostle Asia encourages us to recognize our own divine moments those critical junctures when God invites us into newness. It might be a crisis, a decision, or a revelation.
   • Let's learn to discern our appointed hours and embrace them with faith and expectancy.

Conclusion

As we listen to Apostle Asia Roberts-Francis, we'll discover that God's grace is ever-flowing, ready to transform our ordinary lives into vessels of extraordinary purpose. Whether you're sipping water or tasting new wine, this podcast sermon will leave you refreshed, renewed, and ready for the journey ahead.

Tune in, share with friends, and let the newness and transformation begin!

Remember, dear listeners, God's grace is always available. May this podcast inspire you to embrace the new wine He offers and become vessels of His glory.