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Chuck Smith (1927 - 2013). American pastor and founder of the Calvary Chapel movement, born in Ventura, California. After graduating from LIFE Bible College, he was ordained by the Foursquare Church and pastored several small congregations. In 1965, he took over a struggling church in Costa Mesa, California, renaming it Calvary Chapel, which grew from 25 members to a network of over 1,700 churches worldwide. Known for his accessible, verse-by-verse Bible teaching, Smith embraced the Jesus Movement in the late 1960s, ministering to hippies and fostering contemporary Christian music and informal worship. He authored numerous books, hosted the radio program "The Word for Today," and influenced modern evangelicalism with his emphasis on grace and simplicity. Married to Kay since 1947, they had four children. Smith died of lung cancer, leaving a lasting legacy through Calvary Chapel’s global reach and emphasis on biblical teaching
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Chuck Smith emphasizes that God is our ultimate refuge and stronghold, as illustrated by David's desire for intimacy with God, not just dwelling in His presence but making God his home. He describes God as a delightful place of rest and security, where believers can find peace amidst life's storms, knowing they are safe in His embrace. Smith highlights the joy and strength found in continually resorting to God, encouraging believers to seek Him at all times for comfort and support. The sermon illustrates that no one has ever regretted turning to God for refuge.
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Psalms 71:3
"GOD OUR RESORT" Intro: David's experience in Adullam David's desire to be on intimate terms not only with but in God. Not only to dwell in the house of the Lord forever but wanted Lord to be the house. Not lust live within God's world, but in God. I. GOD WAS TO DAVID A DELIGHTFUL REPOSE "BE THOU MY STRONG HABITATION" BE MY HOUSE AND HOME. A. What condescension on God's part. 1. The glory of heaven - angel's worship. B. Man's own house he finds love. C. A place of rest. D. Joyful freedom. E. Intimate knowledge. 1. Knew the Lord as he did the caves. F. Home a place of tender care. "Take me home" II. IN GOD PEACEFUL SECURITY "BE THOU MY STRONG HABITATION "MY ROCK OF HABITATION." A. Enter into Lord we are safe. 1. As Strong as the rock that enfolds us. a. Blow winds - not slightest movement. 2. Great safety from enemies. a. David watching Saul's men Eagle. "No weapon formed against thee shall prosper and every tongue that riseth against thee in judgment thou shalt condemn." 3. He who keeps thee neither slumbers or sleeps. III. A PLACE OF CONTINUAL RESORT "WHEREUNTO I MAY CONTINUALLY RESORT." A. There is joy here. 1. You may come anytime -all the time. B. There is great comfort. C. There is great strength. "They that wait..." Parable: Young man traded, and sold and prospered. No man has ever resorted to God in excess.
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Chuck Smith (1927 - 2013). American pastor and founder of the Calvary Chapel movement, born in Ventura, California. After graduating from LIFE Bible College, he was ordained by the Foursquare Church and pastored several small congregations. In 1965, he took over a struggling church in Costa Mesa, California, renaming it Calvary Chapel, which grew from 25 members to a network of over 1,700 churches worldwide. Known for his accessible, verse-by-verse Bible teaching, Smith embraced the Jesus Movement in the late 1960s, ministering to hippies and fostering contemporary Christian music and informal worship. He authored numerous books, hosted the radio program "The Word for Today," and influenced modern evangelicalism with his emphasis on grace and simplicity. Married to Kay since 1947, they had four children. Smith died of lung cancer, leaving a lasting legacy through Calvary Chapel’s global reach and emphasis on biblical teaching