by weareclctinley on Nov 05, 2023
In my sermon, I discussed the profound truth that only God's love can truly satisfy and fulfill us. I emphasized that worldly things and human approval are fleeting and cannot bring true happiness. I expressed my gratitude for God's love and the covenant He made with us through Jesus, acknowledging His constant presence in our lives. I shared my personal struggles and the faith I have in God to overcome them, and my willingness to sing and praise God forever.
I also encouraged the congregation to overcome fear and actively participate in missions, to be bold and joyful in sharing the message of Jesus. I asked for God's guidance and protection, and emphasized the importance of choosing to worship and praise, regardless of circumstances. I shared a personal experience of witnessing children in Africa singing about the goodness of God, despite their difficult circumstances, and reflected on my own struggles to see God's goodness.
I expressed my trust in the Lord and my confidence in His promises, emphasizing the need to wait on God's perfect timing and to remain confident in His goodness. I acknowledged my reliance on God's guidance and asked for His wisdom and vision. I also acknowledged my weaknesses and failures, but expressed my belief that God will still call me back. I testified to the goodness of God and how He can turn shame into glory, emphasizing that there is nothing better than God and expressing my devotion to Him.
Key Takeaways:
- Only God's love can truly satisfy and fulfill us, worldly things and human approval cannot bring true happiness ([1:15]).
- We should be bold and joyful in sharing the message of Jesus, and actively participate in missions ([5:30]).
- It's important to choose to worship and praise God, regardless of our circumstances ([10:45]).
- We need to trust in the Lord and His promises, wait on His perfect timing, and remain confident in His goodness ([15:20]).
- Despite our weaknesses and failures, God will still call us back and can turn our shame into glory ([20:50]).
Bible Reading:
1. "God, I look to you, You're where my health comes from, Give me wisdom" [53:20]
2. "I love you Lord by strength, Because I love you Lord by shield" [55:34]
3. "The same God who's never laid, is working all things out" [27:20]
Observation Questions:
1. What does it mean to look to God for wisdom and health?
2. How does the speaker express their love for God as their strength and shield?
3. How does the speaker understand the idea of God working all things out?
Interpretation Questions:
1. How does the Bible describe God as a source of wisdom and health?
2. What does it mean to love God as our strength and shield?
3. How does the Bible support the idea that God is working all things out?
Application Questions:
1. In what specific situation this week did you look to God for wisdom and health?
2. How can you express your love for God as your strength and shield in your daily life?
3. Can you share a specific instance where you saw God working things out in your life?
4. How can you encourage someone this week with the truth that God is working all things out?
5. What is one way you can demonstrate your trust in God as your strength and shield to someone who doesn't know Him?
Day 1: The Power of Worship
Worship is not just a ritual, but a powerful tool that connects us to God. It is a declaration of who God is and an affirmation of our faith in Him. It is a personal and intimate act that brings us closer to God and allows us to experience His presence in a profound way. [01:01:37]
Bible Passage: Psalm 95:6 - "Come, let us bow down in worship, let us kneel before the Lord our Maker."
Reflection: Reflect on your personal worship experience. How does it make you feel? How does it strengthen your relationship with God?
Day 2: The Joy of Serving God
Serving God is not a burden but a joy. It is a privilege to be used by God to fulfill His purposes. When we serve God, we are not only fulfilling our purpose but also experiencing the joy that comes from being part of God's work. [43:02]
Bible Passage: 1 Peter 4:10 - "Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms."
Reflection: How are you currently serving God? How does serving God bring joy to your life?
Day 3: Trusting God in Difficult Times
In times of difficulty, we can find comfort and strength in trusting God. He is our refuge and our fortress, our ever-present help in times of trouble. Trusting God means believing that He is in control and that He will work everything out for our good. [27:20]
Bible Passage: Psalm 56:3 - "When I am afraid, I put my trust in you."
Reflection: Reflect on a time when you had to trust God in a difficult situation. How did trusting God help you through that situation?
Day 4: The Goodness of God
God's goodness is not dependent on our circumstances. Even in the midst of trials and tribulations, God remains good. His love for us is unchanging and His mercy is everlasting. Recognizing God's goodness helps us to remain hopeful and grateful, even in difficult times. [48:18]
Bible Passage: Psalm 34:8 - "Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him."
Reflection: How have you experienced God's goodness in your life? How does recognizing God's goodness affect your perspective on your circumstances?
Day 5: Seeking God's Guidance
As we navigate through life, we need God's guidance to direct our steps. Seeking God's guidance means acknowledging our need for Him and trusting Him to lead us in the right direction. It is about surrendering our plans to God and allowing Him to guide us according to His perfect will. [52:18]
Bible Passage: Proverbs 3:5-6 - "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight."
Reflection: How do you seek God's guidance in your life? How has God's guidance helped you in making decisions?
You come on, I'm a living sacrifice, thankful for who my God is and His goodness, and I'm gonna shout.
I'm wandering into the night, wanting a place to hide this weary soul in this bag of bones.
And I tried with all my mind, but I just couldn't win the fight.
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1. "You are the only one who can satisfy the deepest longings of my heart. I have searched the world for fulfillment, but nothing compares to the love and grace I find in you." #!!01:20:42!!
2. "I will trust in you, the Lord. The Lord is my light, my salvation. Whom shall I be afraid of? When the wicked and the enemies come to eat my flesh, they stumble. We have nothing to fear." [49:33]
3. "I will wait because you have perfect timing. I will wait, knowing the thoughts that you think towards me. I will trust in you. I will remain confident in this. I will see the happiness of the Lord." [48:18]
4. "You turned shame into glory. You're the only one who can." [01:26:50]
5. "These little children who have seen the worst of the worst, who have experienced things that we could never even imagine or lived in places we could never imagine living, some of them going back home to the slums and living in these cardboard boxes, but they're singing all my life you've been faithful, all my life you've been so so good and with every breath that I'm able, I'm gonna sing of your goodness." [31:34]
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