Dripping with Godliness: Living a Godly Life

Devotional

Day 1: Trusting God's Control Over the Wicked

David advises us not to waste our time and energy worrying about the wicked or envying those who do wrong. Instead, focus on kingdom things and trust that God is in control. Worry is not a fruit of the Spirit and should not be a part of our lives. [45:12]

In Psalms 37, David provides a clear contrast between the lives of the godly and the wicked. He starts by advising us not to worry about the wicked or envy those who do wrong. This is a crucial point because worry and envy can consume our thoughts and distract us from focusing on God. Instead, David encourages us to trust in the Lord and focus on living a godly life. Worry is not a fruit of the Spirit; it is a sign that we are not fully trusting in God's control over our lives and the world around us.

When we trust in the Lord, we can let go of our worries and focus on doing good. This trust allows us to live a life that is visibly marked by godly attributes, or as the sermon puts it, "dripping with godliness." By focusing on kingdom things and trusting that God is in control, we can live a life that pleases Him and reflects His love and grace to those around us.

Jeremiah 17:7-8 (ESV): "Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, whose trust is the Lord. He is like a tree planted by water, that sends out its roots by the stream, and does not fear when heat comes, for its leaves remain green, and is not anxious in the year of drought, for it does not cease to bear fruit."

Reflection: What are some specific worries or envies you need to surrender to God today? How can you focus more on kingdom things and trust in God's control?

Day 2: Doing Good as a Natural Outflow of Trust

Trusting in the Lord means relying on Him for everything in our lives. When we have godly drip, we naturally do good without needing to pray about every little action. Doing good should be a natural outflow of our trust in God. [49:07]

Trusting in the Lord is more than just a mental acknowledgment; it is a deep reliance on Him for every aspect of our lives. When we truly trust in God, doing good becomes a natural outflow of that trust. We don't need to pray about every little action because our lives are already aligned with God's will. This is what it means to have "godly drip"—our actions naturally reflect our trust in God and our commitment to living a godly life.

David emphasizes that when we trust in the Lord and do good, we will live safely in the land and prosper. This is not just a promise of material prosperity but a deeper sense of peace and fulfillment that comes from living a life that pleases God. By trusting in the Lord and doing good, we can experience the rewards of godly living and be a blessing to those around us.

Isaiah 32:17 (ESV): "And the effect of righteousness will be peace, and the result of righteousness, quietness and trust forever."

Reflection: In what ways can you make doing good a natural part of your daily life? How can you rely more on God to guide your actions without needing to pray about every little decision?

Day 3: The Power of Being Still and Waiting

One of the secrets to a godly life is learning to be still in God's presence and waiting patiently for Him to act. This requires us to quiet our minds and trust that God is working, even when we don't see immediate results. [55:01]

In our fast-paced world, it can be challenging to be still and wait patiently for God to act. However, David highlights the importance of this practice in Psalms 37. Being still in God's presence allows us to quiet our minds and focus on Him, trusting that He is working even when we don't see immediate results. This is a crucial aspect of living a godly life, as it requires us to surrender our need for control and trust in God's timing.

Waiting patiently for God to act is not a passive activity; it is an active expression of our faith and trust in Him. By being still and waiting, we demonstrate our reliance on God's wisdom and timing. This practice can help us develop a deeper relationship with God and experience the peace that comes from trusting in His plan for our lives.

Lamentations 3:25-26 (ESV): "The Lord is good to those who wait for him, to the soul who seeks him. It is good that one should wait quietly for the salvation of the Lord."

Reflection: How can you incorporate moments of stillness and waiting into your daily routine? What are some areas of your life where you need to trust God's timing more?

Day 4: Generosity and Honesty as Hallmarks of Godliness

A life marked by godly drip is characterized by generosity and honesty. Instead of waiting for God to prompt us to give, we should actively seek opportunities to bless others. Honesty should be a hallmark of our interactions. [57:36]

Generosity and honesty are two key attributes of a life that is "dripping with godliness." David emphasizes the importance of these qualities in Psalms 37, encouraging us to be generous givers and honest individuals. Generosity is not just about giving when prompted by God; it is about actively seeking opportunities to bless others and make a positive impact in their lives. This proactive approach to generosity reflects our commitment to living a godly life and our desire to share God's love with those around us.

Honesty is another crucial aspect of godly living. Our interactions with others should be marked by truthfulness and integrity. By being honest in our words and actions, we reflect God's character and build trust with those around us. Living a life characterized by generosity and honesty not only pleases God but also sets a positive example for others to follow.

Proverbs 11:24-25 (ESV): "One gives freely, yet grows all the richer; another withholds what he should give, and only suffers want. Whoever brings blessing will be enriched, and one who waters will himself be watered."

Reflection: How can you actively seek opportunities to be generous and bless others today? In what ways can you ensure that honesty is a hallmark of your interactions with others?

Day 5: Believing in God's Rewards for Godly Living

Living a godly life comes with numerous rewards, including safety, prosperity, and the fulfillment of our heart's desires. These rewards are not just for others; they are for us too. We need to believe that God loves us and wants to bless us. [03:25]

David assures us that living a godly life comes with numerous rewards. These rewards include safety, prosperity, and the fulfillment of our heart's desires. However, some of us struggle to believe that these rewards are for us. We may feel unworthy or think that living a godly life is too hard. But the truth is, God loves us and wants to bless us. We need to believe in His promises and trust that He is working in us to give us the desire and the power to do what pleases Him.

Philippians 2:13 reminds us that God is working in us, giving us the desire and the power to do what pleases Him. This means that we don't have to rely on our own strength to live a godly life. Instead, we can stay in relationship with God and let Him do the good work in us. By believing in God's rewards for godly living, we can experience the blessings He has in store for us and live a life that reflects His love and grace.

Psalm 37:4-5 (ESV): "Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him, and he will act."

Reflection: What are some specific rewards of godly living that you struggle to believe are for you? How can you remind yourself of God's love and His desire to bless you today?

Sermon Summary

### Summary

Good morning, everyone. Today, I want to share a powerful message from Psalms 37, focusing on what it means to be "dripping with godliness." This term, often used by teenagers to describe someone who is very cool or stylish, is redefined today to mean living a life that is visibly marked by godly attributes. David, in Psalms 37, contrasts the lives of the godly and the wicked, providing us with a clear roadmap for living a life that pleases God.

David starts by advising us not to worry about the wicked or envy those who do wrong. Instead, he encourages us to focus on godly living. When you have godly drip, you don't worry because worry is not a fruit of the Spirit. Instead, you trust in the Lord, do good, and take delight in Him. You commit everything you do to the Lord and learn to be still in His presence, waiting patiently for Him to act.

David also warns against anger and rage, advising us to turn from these emotions and instead be generous givers and honest individuals. He emphasizes the importance of offering good counsel, especially to our children, and living a life that reflects godly values.

On the flip side, David describes the characteristics of the wicked: they plot against the godly, snarl in defiance, and borrow without repaying. These actions lead to their eventual downfall, as they are like grass that soon fades away.

Living a godly life comes with its rewards. You will live safely in the land, prosper, and have your heart's desires fulfilled. God will help you, and your innocence will shine brightly. You will possess the land, live in peace and prosperity, and not be disgraced in hard times. Even in famine, you will have more than enough.

However, some of us struggle to believe that these rewards are for us. We may feel unworthy or think that living a godly life is too hard. But Philippians 2:13 reminds us that God is working in us, giving us the desire and the power to do what pleases Him. All we need to do is stay in relationship with Him and let Him do the good work in us.

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Key Takeaways

1. Don't Worry or Envy the Wicked: David advises us not to waste our time and energy worrying about the wicked or envying those who do wrong. Instead, focus on kingdom things and trust that God is in control. Worry is not a fruit of the Spirit and should not be a part of our lives. [45:12]
2. Trust in the Lord and Do Good: Trusting in the Lord means relying on Him for everything in our lives. When we have godly drip, we naturally do good without needing to pray about every little action. Doing good should be a natural outflow of our trust in God. [49:07]
3. Be Still and Wait Patiently: One of the secrets to a godly life is learning to be still in God's presence and waiting patiently for Him to act. This requires us to quiet our minds and trust that God is working, even when we don't see immediate results. [55:01]
4. Generosity and Honesty: A life marked by godly drip is characterized by generosity and honesty. Instead of waiting for God to prompt us to give, we should actively seek opportunities to bless others. Honesty should be a hallmark of our interactions. [57:36]
5. God's Rewards for Godly Living: Living a godly life comes with numerous rewards, including safety, prosperity, and the fulfillment of our heart's desires. These rewards are not just for others; they are for us too. We need to believe that God loves us and wants to bless us. [03:25]
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[00:00] - Welcome
[39:51] - Introduction and Seek Week
[41:20] - Importance of Prayer
[42:03] - Dripping with Godliness
[44:14] - Godly Drip vs. Wicked Drip
[45:12] - Don't Worry or Envy
[47:06] - Trust in the Lord
[49:07] - Do Good
[50:03] - Delight in the Lord
[54:50] - Commit Everything to the Lord
[55:01] - Be Still in His Presence
[57:36] - Generosity and Honesty
[58:06] - Offer Good Counsel
[63:25] - Rewards for Godly Living
[70:21] - God is Working in You
[72:46] - Love Fulfills the Law
[74:19] - Closing Story and Prayer

Bible Study Guide

Bible Reading

Psalms 37:1-7 (NIV) — > "Do not fret because of those who are evil or be envious of those who do wrong; for like the grass they will soon wither, like green plants they will soon die away. Trust in the Lord and do good; dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture. Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this: He will make your righteous reward shine like the dawn, your vindication like the noonday sun. Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him; do not fret when people succeed in their ways, when they carry out their wicked schemes."

2. Philippians 2:13 (NIV)
> "For it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose."

3. Romans 13:8-10 (NIV)
> "Let no debt remain outstanding, except the continuing debt to love one another, for whoever loves others has fulfilled the law. The commandments, 'You shall not commit adultery,' 'You shall not murder,' 'You shall not steal,' 'You shall not covet,' and whatever other command there may be, are summed up in this one command: 'Love your neighbor as yourself.' Love does no harm to a neighbor. Therefore love is the fulfillment of the law."

Observation Questions

According to Psalms 37, what are the characteristics of a godly person? ([45:12])
What does Philippians 2:13 say about who is working in us and what He is doing? ([01:10:55])
In Romans 13:8-10, what is the one commandment that sums up all others? ([01:12:46])
What are some of the rewards mentioned in Psalms 37 for living a godly life? ([01:03:25])

Interpretation Questions

Why does David advise us not to worry about the wicked or envy those who do wrong? How does this advice apply to our daily lives? ([45:12])
How does trusting in the Lord and doing good naturally flow from a life marked by godliness? ([49:07])
What does it mean to "be still and wait patiently" for God to act, and why is this important for a godly life? ([55:01])
How can the concept of "godly drip" be practically applied in our interactions with others, especially in terms of generosity and honesty? ([57:36])

Application Questions

Reflect on a time when you were tempted to worry about the actions of others. How did you handle it, and how might you handle it differently in light of Psalms 37:1-7? ([45:12])
Trusting in the Lord and doing good should be a natural outflow of our faith. What are some practical ways you can demonstrate this trust in your daily life? ([49:07])
Being still and waiting patiently for God can be challenging. What are some strategies you can use to cultivate patience and stillness in your spiritual life? ([55:01])
Generosity and honesty are key aspects of a godly life. Identify one specific way you can be more generous or honest in your interactions this week. ([57:36])
The sermon mentioned that living a godly life comes with rewards. Do you believe these rewards are for you? Why or why not? How can Philippians 2:13 encourage you in this belief? ([01:10:55])
Think about a person or situation that often makes you angry. How can you apply the principles from Psalms 37 to manage your anger and respond in a godly manner? ([56:10])
The sermon emphasized the importance of offering good counsel, especially to our children. How can you ensure that the advice you give is rooted in scripture rather than personal opinion? ([58:06])

Sermon Clips

### Quotes for Outreach

1. "When you've got godly drip you don't worry. You don't worry. Some of you are like what do you mean don't worry? We're all supposed to worry. No you're not supposed to worry. Worry is not a fruit of the spirit. Who lied to you and told you that you needed to worry? We bought into the American lie that when we worry it's a sign of responsibility. Like if I don't worry it means I don't care. So to show you that I care I'm going to worry about you. Where'd that come from?" [47:06] (29 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

2. "When you've got godly drip you trust in the Lord which sounds like a religious term but it's legit and it's true. We trust in the Lord. We don't trust in our own abilities, in my own intellect, in my own things. I trust in him. With everything that's in my life I trust him." [49:07] (19 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

3. "When you've got godly drip you take delight in the Lord. That means you like to hang out with him. I recently had an opportunity. I woke up in the morning and I was having my quiet time in my office and my wife walked in and she was asked by a friend of ours who moved out of state to go pick up some medicine and rain and bring it down to Kaplan somewhere." [50:03] (22 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

4. "When you've got godly drip, you don't lose your temper. Man, does that mean I can't ever lose my temper again? It means that you probably need to quit losing your temper, but it means you also will lose your temper a few more times. What do I do when I lose my temper? You take your temper to the father and you let him deal with it. Amen? You don't just sit and hope and wish that it gets better. You ask him to help you. You know God loves an invitation. Lord, come help me." [57:10] (29 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

5. "When you've got godly drip, you're a generous giver. Yeah. You're a generous giver. Instead of waiting for God to tell you to give something, you ask him what you can give next. That's real is when you go to the father and say, Lord, I got a $10 bill in my pocket. Who can I bless today? Instead of him trying to pry it out of your pocket." [57:36] (20 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

### Quotes for Members

1. "When you've got godly drip, you offer good counsel. And I want to speak to you parents for a minute, because I raised my kids. They're all adults now, and I'm somewhat satisfied with the results. Like, I wish there was a lot of things I could have done different, better, and all these other things. And I'll just warn you, you thought getting out of diapers was bad. That's just the beginning. They're going to go and be adults. And your work is going to be shown." [58:06] (26 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

2. "When you've got godly drip, you know how to be still in his presence. Yeah I know some of you have some issues with that one don't you? You have a hard time sitting still anywhere. But let me just tell you you're missing out with ants in the pants. You're missing out. One of the secrets to my life, one of the secrets I learned a long time ago is to sit still and know that he is God. Just shut up and be still. That's for me." [55:01] (32 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

3. "When you've got godly drip, you stop being angry. turn from your rage. You don't lose your temper. You see I got an issue. I'm just going to confess because confession is good for the soul. I live in Eunice and I have to travel down highway 190. How many of you have been through Eunice in the last five or ten years? Some genius went in an already narrow road and put a turning lane in the middle of it and didn't expand the road so now you got to be careful you don't knock the mirrors off your vehicle when you're driving through Eunice." [56:10] (38 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

4. "When you've got godly drip, you commit everything you do to the Lord. Like even your grocery list. Like you commit everything to the Lord. Everything that you do. Watch this one. When you've got godly drip, you know how to be still in his presence. Yeah I know some of you have some issues with that one don't you? You have a hard time sitting still anywhere. But let me just tell you you're missing out with ants in the pants. You're missing out." [54:50] (31 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

5. "When you've got godly drip, you take delight in the Lord. You also commit everything you do to the Lord. Like even your grocery list. Like you commit everything to the Lord. Everything that you do. Watch this one. When you've got godly drip, you know how to be still in his presence. Yeah I know some of you have some issues with that one don't you? You have a hard time sitting still anywhere. But let me just tell you you're missing out with ants in the pants. You're missing out." [54:50] (34 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

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