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- John Gill
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Seek the Lord and his strength,.... The ark, which is called his strength, and the ark of his strength, Psa 78:61, because he had shown his great strength by it, in dividing the waters at Jordan, throwing down the walls of Jericho, and plaguing the Philistines because of it, when among them. This was a symbol of God's presence, before which he was sought by his people; and was a type of our Lord Jesus, the man of God's right hand, whom he has made strong for himself, and who is called his strength, Psa 80:18. Some render it, and which Aben Ezra makes mention of, though he rejects it, "seek the Lord in his strength"; or "by it": God is to be sought in Christ; he is the way of access to him. Or the meaning is, seek strength from the Lord; spiritual strength; strength to assist in the exercise of grace, and discharge of duty; seek it from him, in whom are both righteousness and strength. The Septuagint, Vulgate Latin, and Syriac versions, render it, "seek the Lord, and be ye strengthened". The way to gain an increase of spiritual strength is to seek the Lord by prayer, or in his ordinances; see Psa 138:3. The Targum is, "seek the doctrine of the Lord, and his law.'' It follows: seek his face evermore: his favour and lovingkindness; his smiling countenance, which beholds the upright; his gracious presence, and communion with him; which is always desirable, ever to be sought after, and will be eternally and without interruption enjoyed in another world.
Psalms 105:4
Tell of His Wonders
3Glory in His holy name; let the hearts of those who seek the LORD rejoice. 4Seek out the LORD and His strength; seek His face always. 5Remember the wonders He has done, His marvels, and the judgments He has pronounced,
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A Craving for the Presence - Part 2
By David Wilkerson12K27:17EXO 33:15DEU 4:29PSA 27:8PSA 42:1PSA 105:4ISA 55:6MAT 6:33PHP 3:10HEB 11:6JAS 4:8This sermon emphasizes the importance of craving and seeking the presence of the Lord in our lives, rather than just relying on legal contracts or promises. It highlights the need for a deep, intimate relationship with God, where His presence is cherished above all else, even in times of hardship and uncertainty. The message calls for a genuine desire to know Jesus and experience His glory, urging believers to have a craving heart for the Lord.
Audio Sermon: Seeking God
By Hans R. Waldvogel5.5K15:102CH 15:2PSA 27:8PSA 105:4PRO 4:23JER 29:13MAT 6:33MAT 7:7PHP 3:8HEB 11:6JAS 4:8This sermon emphasizes the importance of seeking and finding God with our whole hearts, highlighting the transformative power of truly knowing God. It challenges listeners to not settle for superficial blessings or experiences but to press through to a deep, intimate relationship with God. The speaker urges a dedicated pursuit of God, drawing from biblical examples like the woman searching for a lost coin and the need for ministers and believers to truly know the Lord in their service.
(The Sermon on the Mount and Prayer - Session 1) - Part 13
By Gerhard Du Toit1.1K02:19Prayer1CH 16:11PSA 27:8PSA 105:4ISA 55:6JER 29:13MAT 7:7HEB 11:6In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of seeking God's face and spending time with Him. He encourages the congregation to come forward and kneel before God, seeking His presence and opening their hearts to Him. The preacher invites those who feel touched by God to come forward and spend time alone with Him at the altar. He urges everyone to not miss out on anything that God has in store for them and to seek His face earnestly. The sermon emphasizes the need for personal, intimate communion with God.
Follow-Up
By John Advocaat92558:47Follow-UpGEN 3:9EXO 33:11PSA 105:4LAM 3:25JHN 4:23In this sermon, the speaker discusses the process of follow-up in teaching the word of God. He outlines five steps: telling them why, showing them how, getting them started, keeping them going, and encouraging them to pass it on to others. The speaker emphasizes the importance of prayer and incorporating specific verses into the lives of those being taught. He also highlights the significance of spending time together, engaging in activities like Bible study, prayer, and recreation. The sermon concludes with the encouragement to share the teachings with others, multiplying the ministry.
Seek the Lord With All Your Heart
By Peter Hammond2DEU 4:292KI 22:19PSA 51:10PSA 105:4ISA 55:6JER 29:11HOS 10:12MAT 5:6LUK 11:9HEB 11:6Peter Hammond preaches on the importance of seeking the Lord wholeheartedly, forsaking wicked ways, and diligently studying God's Word for revival and transformation. He emphasizes the need for repentance, restitution, and decisive action in revitalizing one's devotional life and actively participating in fulfilling the Great Commission. Hammond highlights the hunger for holiness, the fear of God, and the resistance to shallow substitutes that hinder revival in today's world.
Exposition on Psalm 105
By St. Augustine0PSA 104:1PSA 104:4PSA 104:8PSA 104:12PSA 105:2PSA 105:4MAT 6:9MAT 11:25JHN 21:17ROM 8:25St. Augustine preaches on the Psalms, highlighting the praises and confessions to the Lord, the importance of seeking God's face continually, and the everlasting covenant God made with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. He emphasizes God's faithfulness in leading the Israelites out of Egypt, showcasing His power through the plagues and provision in the desert. Augustine reflects on the divine blessings bestowed upon the Israelites, attributing the merit of faith to Abraham for God's fulfillment of His promises.
- John Gill
John Gill Bible Commentary
Seek the Lord and his strength,.... The ark, which is called his strength, and the ark of his strength, Psa 78:61, because he had shown his great strength by it, in dividing the waters at Jordan, throwing down the walls of Jericho, and plaguing the Philistines because of it, when among them. This was a symbol of God's presence, before which he was sought by his people; and was a type of our Lord Jesus, the man of God's right hand, whom he has made strong for himself, and who is called his strength, Psa 80:18. Some render it, and which Aben Ezra makes mention of, though he rejects it, "seek the Lord in his strength"; or "by it": God is to be sought in Christ; he is the way of access to him. Or the meaning is, seek strength from the Lord; spiritual strength; strength to assist in the exercise of grace, and discharge of duty; seek it from him, in whom are both righteousness and strength. The Septuagint, Vulgate Latin, and Syriac versions, render it, "seek the Lord, and be ye strengthened". The way to gain an increase of spiritual strength is to seek the Lord by prayer, or in his ordinances; see Psa 138:3. The Targum is, "seek the doctrine of the Lord, and his law.'' It follows: seek his face evermore: his favour and lovingkindness; his smiling countenance, which beholds the upright; his gracious presence, and communion with him; which is always desirable, ever to be sought after, and will be eternally and without interruption enjoyed in another world.