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- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
offereth praise-- (Psa 50:14), so that the external worship is a true index of the heart. ordereth . . . aright--acts in a straight, right manner, opposed to turning aside (Psa 25:5). In such, pure worship and a pure life evince their true piety, and they will enjoy God's presence and favor. Next: Psalms Chapter 51
Psalms 50:23
The Mighty One Calls
22Now consider this, you who forget God, lest I tear you to pieces, with no one to rescue you: 23He who sacrifices a thank offering honors Me, and to him who rights his way, I will show the salvation of God.”
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Praise - Part 1
By Derek Prince15K29:27PSA 16:9PSA 33:1PSA 50:23PSA 61:3MAT 6:33ACT 2:26In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of praise in the life of a believer. He shares his personal experience of going through inner conflicts and finding resolution through studying the theme of praise. The speaker explains that worship, praise, and thanksgiving are closely related concepts found in Scripture. He highlights the power of praise to open the way for God's intervention and supernatural demonstration of salvation. The sermon also references the story of King Jehoshaphat in 2 Chronicles 20, where praise played a crucial role in the intervention of God against a strong enemy army.
(Basics) 29. Praise Brings Deliverance
By Zac Poonen3.4K13:032CH 20:22PSA 50:6PSA 50:15PSA 50:23MAT 6:33JAS 1:5In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of praising God in difficult situations. He shares the story of King Jehoshaphat and how he led the people of Israel to victory by praising God instead of relying on their own strength. The speaker highlights seven key points that Jehoshaphat acknowledged in his prayer to God: God's sovereignty, past victories, God's promises, the fact that they are God's inheritance, their weakness, their lack of wisdom, and their trust in God. The speaker encourages listeners to apply these principles in their own lives and to rely on God's power and promises when facing challenges.
(Basics) 30. Praise Opens Closed Doors
By Zac Poonen3.3K12:572CH 20:17PSA 50:23JON 1:17JON 2:9MAT 6:33ACT 16:25ROM 10:11In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the message of not being afraid and trusting in God's power. He uses the example of Jehoshaphat in 2 Chronicles 20, who admitted his powerlessness and looked to God for help. The preacher also highlights the promise in Romans 10:11 that those who believe in the Lord will never be disappointed. He further discusses the story of Jonah, who praised God while in the belly of a fish, showing the power of praise to deliver from difficult situations. The sermon concludes with the encouragement to have faith and trust in God, knowing that he will never disappoint and will ultimately set his children free.
The Last Day Return to Discernment - Part 2
By Carter Conlon1.9K57:01Last DaysGEN 4:12PSA 22:22PSA 50:16PSA 50:23MAL 3:18MAT 6:33In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of unity and agreement among believers. He quotes from Psalm 50:22, warning those who forget God that they will face consequences. The preacher also discusses the story of Cain in Genesis 4, highlighting how his punishment of laboring without yielding strength serves as a lesson for judgmental congregations. He calls for revival in New York City and prays for God to flood the streets with the knowledge of Jesus Christ.
Thanksgiving, Praise and Worship
By Zac Poonen1.9K1:01:20PSA 50:23PSA 138:1MAT 21:16JHN 4:23ROM 12:1HEB 2:12HEB 13:15This sermon emphasizes the importance of understanding the distinctions between thanksgiving, praise, and worship. It highlights the significance of expressing gratitude, offering praise, and surrendering in worship to God. The speaker encourages continuous thanksgiving, genuine praise, and deep worship as essential aspects of a Christ-like life, drawing insights from Psalms, Hebrews, and Revelation.
(Through the Bible) Psalms 47-50
By Chuck Smith1.4K43:48PSA 49:14PSA 50:7PSA 50:23HEB 2:1In this sermon, the preacher begins by questioning why one should fear in times of evil when their own sins surround them. He emphasizes that wealth and riches cannot save or redeem a person, as the redemption of the soul is precious and eternal. The preacher warns those who forget God and continue in wickedness that there will be no one to deliver them. The sermon concludes with the importance of ordering one's life in the right way and offering praise to God, as it glorifies Him and leads to experiencing His salvation.
Spiritual Secrets of Smith Wigglesworth - Part 3 by George Storemont
By Smith Wigglesworth72954:56PSA 22:3PSA 50:23PSA 139:23MRK 9:24JHN 14:16ACT 1:8ACT 2:47ROM 8:1GAL 3:5This sermon delves into the life and teachings of Smith Wigglesworth, emphasizing the importance of a genuine salvation experience, seeking the fullness of the Holy Spirit, nurturing a deep communion with God, the power of praise in worship, and the significance of ministering the Holy Spirit in all aspects of life and ministry.
(Through the Bible) Jonah & Micah
By Zac Poonen59654:00EXO 3:10PSA 50:23ISA 53:5MIC 6:8MIC 7:7MIC 7:18MAT 12:40REV 3:11This sermon delves into the book of Jonah, highlighting the story of God's tremendous love for all people, the narrow-heartedness of the Jewish people, and the large-heartedness of God towards the nations. It emphasizes the importance of obedience, breaking down prejudices, and the power of praise in difficult situations. The sermon also touches on the need for righteousness, mercy, and humility in serving the Lord, warning against exploitation and corruption. It concludes with a message of hope, reminding listeners of God's compassion, forgiveness, and unfailing love.
The Glorious Results of Giving Thanks
By Zac Poonen53115:21PSA 50:23PSA 106:12JON 2:9LUK 17:12PHP 4:6This sermon focuses on the importance of gratitude and thanksgiving in our relationship with God, drawing lessons from the story of the ten lepers healed by Jesus. It emphasizes the significance of returning to give thanks with the same passion and voice as when we pray, highlighting the blessings that come from a heart of gratitude. The message underscores how offering a sacrifice of thanksgiving honors God and opens the way for Him to show His salvation and deliverance in our lives, even before we see the manifestation of it.
Grace, Gratitude, and the Glory of God
By John Piper0PSA 50:23ROM 5:17ROM 11:332CO 4:152TI 2:10John Piper preaches on the importance of gratitude in the ministry, emphasizing that true gratitude is a response to grace and a feeling of happiness directed towards someone who has shown undeserved kindness. He explains that gratitude flourishes in the sphere of grace, reflecting back to God as happiness towards Jesus. Piper highlights that the ultimate goal of ministry is to increase gratitude to the glory of God, as gratitude glorifies the giver and acknowledges our need for God's beneficence.
Exposition on Psalm 69
By St. Augustine0GEN 2:7PSA 50:23PSA 68:33MAT 5:3MAT 5:6St. Augustine preaches about the importance of humility, poverty, and praise in the Christian life. He emphasizes the need to acknowledge our own sinfulness and need for God's mercy, to be poor in spirit and sorrowful for our sins, and to offer the sacrifice of praise above material offerings. St. Augustine encourages the needy to seek the Lord, to be content with what is necessary, and to find joy in praising God. He assures that God listens to the cries of the poor, saves His Church, and welcomes those who love His name into His dwelling place.
Talk on Praise (Forsake Natural Understanding and Follow God's Way: Psalm 50:23)
By Hans R. Waldvogel0PraiseSpiritual UnderstandingPSA 22:3PSA 34:1PSA 50:23PSA 100:4PSA 150:6JHN 4:241CO 2:14EPH 5:19COL 3:16HEB 13:15Hans R. Waldvogel emphasizes the transformative power of praise in his sermon, explaining that true understanding of spiritual matters is beyond the natural man's grasp. He illustrates how praise not only glorifies God but also opens our hearts to His presence, allowing us to experience His light and salvation. Waldvogel shares personal testimonies and stories to highlight how praise can lead to liberation from darkness and defeat the enemy. He encourages believers to forsake their natural understanding and embrace the spiritual act of praising God, which brings about divine intervention in their lives.
The Altar
By Henry Law0GEN 7:20PSA 18:2PSA 50:23JHN 6:35ROM 12:1PHP 4:6HEB 6:18HEB 13:15Henry Law preaches on the sanctifying power of grace by examining the life of Noah as a godly model. Noah's immediate obedience, unwavering trust in God's Word, submission to His guidance, constant approach through reconciling blood, and joy in prayer and praise exemplify a true child of God. Despite overwhelming distractions and necessities, Noah prioritized building an altar to the Lord, emphasizing the importance of putting God first in all aspects of life, especially in times of busyness and chaos.
(New Wine in New Wineskins) 11. Victory Through Praise
By Zac Poonen0FaithPraise and WorshipPSA 22:3PSA 50:23PSA 106:12PSA 149:9ISA 61:1MAT 21:15ACT 16:25ROM 8:28PHP 2:12HEB 2:12Zac Poonen emphasizes that as disciples of Jesus, our calling is to live by faith, which is marked by praise and thanksgiving. Unlike the Israelites who praised God only after seeing their enemies defeated, we are called to believe and praise God even in the face of challenges, trusting in His timing and sovereignty. Poonen highlights that true praise stems from a crucified life and is essential for experiencing God's deliverance, as demonstrated in biblical examples like Jehoshaphat and Paul and Silas. He encourages believers to cultivate a lifestyle of praise, which prepares a throne for God in our hearts and homes, and to reject grumbling and complaining. Ultimately, Poonen calls for a new song of praise that honors God in all circumstances.
On Offering Praise to God
By Charles Finney0PraiseSpiritual TransformationPSA 34:1PSA 50:23PSA 67:5PSA 100:4PSA 150:6EPH 5:19COL 3:161TH 5:16HEB 13:15REV 4:11Charles Finney emphasizes the significance of offering praise to God, explaining that true praise stems from a heart filled with confidence, affection, and a sense of dependence on Him. He argues that acceptable praise is not merely verbal acknowledgment but requires a sincere appreciation of God's goodness and a union of our will with His. Finney highlights that praising God is a universal duty that not only honors Him but also transforms us spiritually and influences others positively. He warns against the dangers of withholding praise, which can lead to spiritual stagnation and misrepresent God's character to the world. Ultimately, he calls for a revival of the spirit of praise within the church to enhance both personal spirituality and collective witness.
Beware of Jesting
By John Hames0PSA 50:23MAT 12:36EPH 4:29EPH 5:4John Hames emphasizes the importance of regulating one's conversation in alignment with biblical standards, focusing on the power of controlling one's words and maintaining a spirit of quietness and modesty. He highlights the significance of practicing the presence of God in all conversations and avoiding environments that may lead to ungodly speech and behaviors.
Talk on Praise (Praise and Faith, With Stories of Healing and Deliverance)
By Hans R. Waldvogel0PraiseFaithPSA 34:1PSA 50:23ISA 61:3MAT 21:22MRK 11:24JHN 14:13ROM 10:17HEB 11:6JAS 1:61PE 1:3Hans R. Waldvogel emphasizes the power of praise and faith in the life of a believer, illustrating how offering praise to God is a vital act that glorifies Him and opens the door to His salvation. He shares personal stories of healing and deliverance, highlighting that God desires to heal and deliver us, but we must approach Him with faith, not as beggars but as recipients of His grace. Waldvogel stresses that true faith is rooted in the promises of God, and that through praise, we can experience the fullness of His presence and power in our lives. He encourages believers to reject unbelief and embrace the simple truths of Scripture, which provide the foundation for a victorious Christian life.
Lord, Teach Us to Pray
By Timothy Tow0PSA 50:23MAT 6:9JHN 14:6ACT 4:121TI 6:6Timothy Tow preaches on the significance of the Lord's Prayer, emphasizing its importance as a model prayer that teaches believers how and what to pray. He addresses the controversy of its recitation in worship, highlighting the power of the words in subduing hearts and fostering forgiveness and humility. The sermon delves into the three main parts of the Lord's Prayer: Adoration, Petition, and Ascription, providing insights into each section and its relevance to believers' daily lives and spiritual growth.
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
offereth praise-- (Psa 50:14), so that the external worship is a true index of the heart. ordereth . . . aright--acts in a straight, right manner, opposed to turning aside (Psa 25:5). In such, pure worship and a pure life evince their true piety, and they will enjoy God's presence and favor. Next: Psalms Chapter 51