Unwavering Faith: Trusting God's Promises and Power
Summary
### Summary
Good morning, Zion Church! Today, we gathered to celebrate the unwavering faithfulness of our Lord. We began by declaring our excitement to be in the house of the Lord, acknowledging His constant presence and truth in our lives. We sang praises to Jehovah Jireh, our provider, and Jehovah Shalom, our peace. We affirmed that God is not a man that He should lie; His promises are steadfast and true.
We then reflected on the firm foundation that Christ provides. Despite the storms and challenges we face, our lives built on Jesus remain unshaken. We sang about the joy and peace that come from trusting in Him, knowing that He will never fail us. This assurance allows us to face life's difficulties with confidence, knowing that God is faithful in every season.
We continued by celebrating the joy of salvation and the strength we find in Jesus. Even when brokenness, loneliness, or sickness come our way, we are reminded that God never fails. His perfection in all His ways assures us that He is the God of miracles and a way maker. We can shout for joy now, even before the battle is over, because we trust in His power and faithfulness.
Finally, we lifted our voices in victory, rejoicing in the fact that no matter our situation, we can praise God for who He is. We concluded with the powerful declaration that it is well with our souls, no matter what we face, because of the faithfulness and holiness of our Lord.
### Key Takeaways
1. God's Promises Are Unchanging: We can trust in God's word because He is not a man that He should lie. His promises are steadfast and true, providing us with a firm foundation in times of uncertainty. This assurance allows us to declare His truth over our lives confidently. [03:06]
2. Christ as Our Firm Foundation: Building our lives on Jesus ensures that we remain unshaken despite the storms and challenges we face. His faithfulness in every season gives us peace and joy that surpasses all understanding, enabling us to stand firm. [10:44]
3. The Joy of Salvation: Salvation brings immense joy and strength, even in the face of brokenness, loneliness, or sickness. Knowing that God never fails allows us to navigate life's difficulties with confidence and hope. [13:29]
4. God's Perfection and Faithfulness: God's ways are perfect, and He never fails. This truth reassures us that He is the God of miracles and a way maker, capable of handling any situation we face. We can trust in His power and faithfulness. [16:46]
5. Rejoicing in Victory: We can rejoice and shout for joy now, even before the battle is over, because we trust in God's power and faithfulness. Our praise is a declaration of victory, rooted in the assurance that it is well with our souls because of who God is. [19:08]
### Youtube Chapters
[0:00] - Welcome
[01:46] - Declaration of Faith
[03:06] - God's Unchanging Promises
[04:13] - Praising Jehovah Jireh and Jehovah Shalom
[09:40] - Christ as Our Firm Foundation
[10:44] - Joy and Peace in Jesus
[13:29] - The Joy of Salvation
[15:55] - God's Unfailing Nature
[16:46] - God's Perfection and Faithfulness
[19:08] - Rejoicing in Victory
[21:14] - Celebrating God's Faithfulness
[24:33] - It Is Well with My Soul
Study Guide
### Bible Reading
1. Numbers 23:19 (NIV) - "God is not human, that he should lie, not a human being, that he should change his mind. Does he speak and then not act? Does he promise and not fulfill?"
2. Matthew 7:24-25 (NIV) - "Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock."
3. Psalm 46:1-3 (NIV) - "God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with their surging."
### Observation Questions
1. According to Numbers 23:19, what are the characteristics of God that differentiate Him from humans?
2. In Matthew 7:24-25, what happens to the house built on the rock when the rain, streams, and winds come?
3. How does Psalm 46:1-3 describe God's role in times of trouble?
4. In the sermon, what are some of the names of God that were praised, and what do they signify? ([03:06])
### Interpretation Questions
1. How does the assurance that God does not lie (Numbers 23:19) impact a believer's trust in His promises?
2. What does it mean to build one's life on the foundation of Jesus, as described in Matthew 7:24-25? How does this foundation help during life's storms? ([09:40])
3. Psalm 46:1-3 speaks of God as a refuge and strength. How can this understanding change a person's perspective during difficult times?
4. The sermon mentions that God is a "way maker" and "miracle worker." How do these attributes of God provide hope and confidence in challenging situations? ([16:46])
### Application Questions
1. Reflect on a time when you faced a difficult situation. How did trusting in God's unchanging promises help you navigate through it? ([03:06])
2. What are some practical ways you can build your life on the foundation of Jesus to remain unshaken during life's challenges? ([09:40])
3. How can you cultivate joy and peace in your life, even when facing brokenness, loneliness, or sickness? Share a specific example. ([13:29])
4. Think of a recent situation where you needed a miracle or a way out. How did you see God's faithfulness and perfection in that situation? ([16:46])
5. How can you practice rejoicing and shouting for joy now, even before seeing the outcome of your current battles? ([19:08])
6. In what ways can you remind yourself daily that "it is well with your soul" because of God's faithfulness and holiness? ([24:33])
7. Identify one area of your life where you need to trust more in God's power and faithfulness. What steps can you take this week to deepen your trust in Him? ([21:14])
Devotional
### 5-Day Devotional
#### Day 1: God's Promises Are Unchanging
Description:
God's promises are a steadfast anchor in the midst of life's uncertainties. Unlike humans, who may falter or change their minds, God remains constant and true to His word. This unchanging nature of God provides a firm foundation upon which we can build our lives. When we face challenges or doubts, we can confidently declare His promises over our lives, knowing that He will fulfill them. This assurance allows us to navigate through life's storms with a sense of peace and security, rooted in the truth of God's unwavering faithfulness. [03:06]
Bible Passage:
"God is not man, that he should lie, or a son of man, that he should change his mind. Has he said, and will he not do it? Or has he spoken, and will he not fulfill it?" (Numbers 23:19, ESV)
Reflection:
Think of a specific promise from God’s Word that you are holding onto. How does this promise provide you with peace and assurance in your current situation?
#### Day 2: Christ as Our Firm Foundation
Description:
Building our lives on Jesus ensures that we remain unshaken despite the storms and challenges we face. Jesus is the rock upon which we can stand firm, providing stability and strength in every season. His faithfulness gives us peace and joy that surpasses all understanding, enabling us to face life's difficulties with confidence. When we trust in Jesus as our foundation, we are not easily swayed by the trials and tribulations of life. Instead, we stand firm, knowing that He is with us and will never fail us. [10:44]
Bible Passage:
"Everyone then who hears these words of mine and does them will be like a wise man who built his house on the rock. And the rain fell, and the floods came, and the winds blew and beat on that house, but it did not fall, because it had been founded on the rock." (Matthew 7:24-25, ESV)
Reflection:
Identify a recent challenge you faced. How did your faith in Jesus as your firm foundation help you navigate through it?
#### Day 3: The Joy of Salvation
Description:
Salvation brings immense joy and strength, even in the face of brokenness, loneliness, or sickness. Knowing that God never fails allows us to navigate life's difficulties with confidence and hope. The joy of salvation is not dependent on our circumstances but on the unchanging nature of God's love and grace. This joy empowers us to face each day with a renewed sense of purpose and strength, knowing that we are loved and saved by a faithful God. [13:29]
Bible Passage:
"Though the fig tree should not blossom, nor fruit be on the vines, the produce of the olive fail and the fields yield no food, the flock be cut off from the fold and there be no herd in the stalls, yet I will rejoice in the Lord; I will take joy in the God of my salvation." (Habakkuk 3:17-18, ESV)
Reflection:
Reflect on a time when you experienced joy despite difficult circumstances. How did your salvation in Christ contribute to that joy?
#### Day 4: God's Perfection and Faithfulness
Description:
God's ways are perfect, and He never fails. This truth reassures us that He is the God of miracles and a way maker, capable of handling any situation we face. We can trust in His power and faithfulness, knowing that He is always working for our good. This understanding allows us to approach life with a sense of peace and confidence, knowing that God is in control and His plans for us are perfect. [16:46]
Bible Passage:
"The Rock, his work is perfect, for all his ways are justice. A God of faithfulness and without iniquity, just and upright is he." (Deuteronomy 32:4, ESV)
Reflection:
Think of a situation where you witnessed God's faithfulness and perfection. How did this experience strengthen your trust in Him?
#### Day 5: Rejoicing in Victory
Description:
We can rejoice and shout for joy now, even before the battle is over, because we trust in God's power and faithfulness. Our praise is a declaration of victory, rooted in the assurance that it is well with our souls because of who God is. This perspective allows us to face life's challenges with a sense of hope and joy, knowing that God is with us and will lead us to victory. [19:08]
Bible Passage:
"But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain." (1 Corinthians 15:57-58, ESV)
Reflection:
Consider a current struggle you are facing. How can you begin to praise God for the victory, even before you see the outcome?
Quotes
### Quotes for outreach
1. "Now if God has been good to you, I dare you to show a sign that he's been good to you. I need to hear somebody's voice that has seen a good God work on your behalf." [09:40] (58 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)
2. "I've still got joy in case. got peace that makes no sense. And I won't be going under your strength. Because I built my life on Jesus. He's never, he's faithful in every single season. So why would he fail now?" [10:44] (44 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)
3. "It's because God has already proven exactly who He is He's not a man that He should lie So when He said He got all power Lord, I believe you when he said he's a keeper Lord I believe you when he said he's a sustainer Lord I believe you when he said he got all power Lord I believe you he's he's he's he's not" [21:14] (71 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)
### Quotes for members
1. "I'm saved. Oh, the joys of being saved in you. Rain came when house was built on you. It's not that brokenness didn't come. I'm saved when you. It's not that loneliness didn't come. I'm gonna make it. It's not that sickness didn't come. What you learn is. It's not a man that he should lie. He won't fail. He won't fail. He never will. He never will." [15:55] (60 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)
2. "You don't have to cry no more. Because he never will. He never will. You don't have to worry no more He never will He said He never will He never will He never will He never will He said He never will He never will He never will You're holy, Jesus" [16:46] (42 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)
3. "So you never will fail You never will, you never will You're perfect in all of your ways You're perfect in all of You never will, you never will You're perfect in all of your ways So this I know for myself That you never will, you never will You're the God of miracles, signs And you never will fail Way maker, miracle worker Myself, got you down here Say no, you Till the battle is over I can shout right now" [19:08] (60 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)
4. "I can shout right now I can shout right now I can shout right now can shout right now And since I don't have to wait till the battle is over" [19:08] (53 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)
5. "let's just finish that study seconds rejoicing in the fact I'm sick I can praise you I still can't praise you because no one can praise you Could you me who you are is what the sound of victory sounds like come on and lift your voice Because no matter what your situation is I can rejoice now because of who I servethe sound of victory lift your voice Zo SBX past stomp" [21:14] (111 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)
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