In my sermon today, I explored the profound truth that God's plans are often surprising and beyond our understanding, yet they are always rooted in His steadfast love and faithfulness. I began by emphasizing the importance of building our lives on the solid foundation of Jesus Christ, as opposed to the temporal and unstable foundations of personal success, accolades, or abilities. Drawing from Matthew 7:24-27, I highlighted the contrast between the wise man who built his house on the rock and the foolish man who built on the sand, illustrating the necessity of obedience to Christ's teachings.
I shared my personal journey of transformation from a self-made man concerned with public perception to a servant of God, unconcerned with the opinions of others and focused on walking in obedience to the Lord. This transformation underscores the call to humble surrender to God's will, even when it defies our expectations or understanding.
Reflecting on the life of the prophet Jeremiah, I pointed to his example of obedience without worldly success, as seen in Lamentations 3:22-23, where the Lord's mercies and compassions are celebrated as new every morning. This serves as a reminder that our true success lies in our faithfulness to God, not in worldly achievements.
I then turned to the events of Palm Sunday, when Jesus entered Jerusalem on a donkey, an act that defied the expectations of a conquering king. This moment in history, while unexpected, was part of God's redemptive plan. I challenged the congregation to consider how they would live if they knew they had only a week to live, just as Jesus did during that final week of His earthly life.
I also addressed the importance of obedience in our personal relationships, particularly in marriage, and how following God's instructions leads to blessings and restoration. I cautioned against imposing our subjective expectations on God, which can lead to disappointment and a loss of faith. Instead, I encouraged a surrendered life to Jesus, which is marked by trust and dependence on Him, even in difficult times.
Finally, I highlighted the prophetic precision of Jesus' entry into Jerusalem, fulfilling the prophecy given to Daniel and the decree in Nehemiah, showcasing Jesus as the Messiah who fulfilled over 300 prophecies, defying the laws of probability and confirming the supernatural nature of the Bible.
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