Full Reliance on God
The sermon emphasizes the importance of relying solely on God for help, both in temporal and spiritual needs.
C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the importance of full reliance on God, particularly for those in need. He encourages the needy to cry out to God directly rather than seeking help from friends, as true assistance comes from the Lord. Spurgeon reassures that God hears the cries of the helpless and will provide for both temporal and spiritual needs. He urges listeners to approach God as beggars, relying solely on His grace and mercy. Ultimately, Spurgeon reminds us that God has never failed and will not fail those who trust in Him.
Text
For he shall deliver the needy when he lieth; the poor also, and him that hath no helper. (Psalm 72:12)
The needy cries; what else can he do? His cry is heard of God; what else need he do? Let the needy reader take to crying at once, for this will be his wisdom. Do not cry in the ears of friends, for even if they can help you it is only because the Lord enables them. The nearest way is to go straight to God and let your cry come up before Him. Straightforward makes the best runner: run to the Lord and not to secondary causes.
"Alas!" you cry, "I have no friend or helper." So much the better; you can rely upon God in both capacities - as without supplies and without helpers. Make your double need your double plea. Even for temporal mercies you may wait upon God, for He careth for His children in these temporary concerns. As for spiritual necessities, which are the heaviest of all, the Lord will hear your cry and will deliver you and supply you.
O poor friend, try your rich God. O helpless one, lean on His help. He has never failed me, and I am sure He will never fail you. Come as a beggar, and God will not refuse you help. Come with no plea but His grace. Jesus is King; will He let you perish of wants What! Did you forget this'
Sermon Outline
- The Needy Cry to God
- Relying on God for Help
- Confidence in God's Provision
- God has never failed His children
- God will not refuse help to those who come to Him as beggars
Key Quotes
“Straightforward makes the best runner: run to the Lord and not to secondary causes.” — C.H. Spurgeon
“Come as a beggar, and God will not refuse you help.” — C.H. Spurgeon
“Jesus is King; will He let you perish of wants?” — C.H. Spurgeon
Application Points
- Go straight to God with your needs, rather than relying on secondary causes.
- Remember that God can meet both temporal and spiritual needs.
- Come to God as a beggar, and He will not refuse you help.