He Always Listens
God hears our prayers when we grasp the promise of Psalm 6:9 by faith and trust in His loving wisdom.
The preacher delves into the meaning of 'diaphero,' emphasizing the importance of distinguishing between good and evil, and the need for believers to discern between the better and the best. He highlights the significance of pursuing excellence in Christian conduct, praying for the ability to approve what is excellent and to live with sincerity and without offense, being blameless and not a stumbling block to others.
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The Lord hath heard my supplication; the Lord will receive my payer. (Psalm 6:9)
The experience here recorded is mine. I can set to my seal that God is true. In very wonderful ways He has answered the prayers of His servant many and many a time. Yes, and He is hearing my present supplication, and He is not turning away His ear from me. Blessed be His holy name!
What then? Why, for certain the promise which lies sleeping in the psalmist's believing confidence is also mine. Let me grasp it by the hand of faith: "The Lord will receive my prayer." He will accept it, think of it, and grant it in the way and time which His loving wisdom judges to be best. I bring my poor prayer in my hand to the great King, and He gives me audience and graciously receives my petition. My enemies will not listen to me, but my Lord will. They ridicule my tearful prayers, but my Lord does not; He receives my prayer into His ear and His heart.
What a reception this is for a poor sinner! We receive Jesus, and then the Lord receives us and our prayers for His Son's sake. Blessed be that dear name which franks our prayers so that they freely pass even within the golden gates. Lord, teach me to pray, since Thou hearest my prayers.
Sermon Outline
- God Hears Our Prayers
- Faith is the Key
- A Reception for Sinners
- Prayer and Faith
- Prayer is a conversation with God
- Faith is the foundation of prayer
Key Quotes
“The Lord will receive my prayer.” — C.H. Spurgeon
“He will accept it, think of it, and grant it in the way and time which His loving wisdom judges to be best.” — C.H. Spurgeon
“Lord, teach me to pray, since Thou hearest my prayers.” — C.H. Spurgeon
Application Points
- Trust in God's loving wisdom when praying, knowing He will accept and grant your prayers in His time.
- Faith is the foundation of effective prayer, allowing you to grasp God's promises and receive your prayers.
- Prayer is a conversation with God, and faith is the key to receiving His loving response.