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  ETERNAL FATHER IN HEAVEN
  by Ausbund
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Summary: This sermon emphasizes the importance of genuine prayer,
spiritual vigilance, and trusting in God's presence and provision, even
in difficult circumstances.

Topics: "Spiritual Liberation", "Faithfulness"
Scripture References: Psalm 25:5, Psalm 27:14, Psalm 130:5, Psalm 141:3

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Ursula Hellrigl preaches about the deep longing for God's presence and
truth, expressing a heartfelt cry to remain steadfast in joy and not be
swayed by anxiety or fear. The sermon emphasizes the need for God's
constant watchful care over our hearts and mouths, as we wait on Him
with great longing for the freedom He brings. It reflects a desire to be
kept in God's truth until the end, despite being in chains, symbolizing
a yearning for spiritual liberation and unwavering faith.

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CONTENT
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Eternal Father in heaven, I call to you from my innermost being. Do not
let me turn away from you, but keep me in your truth until the end. Oh
God, keep my heart and my mouth. Watch over me every hour. Do not let me
turn away from you because of anxiety, fear or distress. Keep me
steadfast in your joy. . . . I lie here in chains, waiting on you God,
with a very great longing (mit sehr großem Verlangen) for the time
when you will set me free.

-- Ursula Hellrigl, Ausbund, 36

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Source: https://sermonindex.net/speakers/ausbund/eternal-father-in-heaven/
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