
Count Zinzendorf
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1PSA 126:6MAT 28:19ACT 20:241CO 6:202CO 5:20GAL 2:20EPH 2:8PHP 3:8COL 1:281PE 2:24Count Zinzendorf preaches about the sacrificial love of Jesus, emphasizing that believers have been purchased by His blood and are called to live for Him. He expresses his passion for Christ and the mission to proclaim His message regardless of personal consequences. Zinzendorf highlights the importance of focusing solely on Jesus in preaching salvation, sanctification, and justification. He also stresses the significance of missions, stating that every heart with Christ is a missionary. Lastly, he encourages a humble and faithful approach to serving God, even if it means working quietly and being forgotten.
Biography of Count Zinzendorf, 1700-1760
0PRO 3:5MAT 5:16PHP 1:21HEB 13:161PE 4:10Dr. Julian's Hymnology delves into the life of Count Zinzendorf, a nobleman who, despite his family's wishes for him to pursue state service, was deeply passionate about personal faith and true Christianity. Zinzendorf's journey led him to emphasize 'pure religion' based on personal relationship with God, which he expressed through hymns and religious gatherings. Despite facing doctrinal disputes and exile, Zinzendorf remained committed to sharing his religious ideas for the benefit of others, leaving a lasting impact on the Moravian history and hymnody.
The Third Pennsylvania Sermon
0EXO 9:162KI 5:13ISA 61:10MAT 9:12MAT 22:11LUK 13:28LUK 14:82CO 5:2HEB 12:151PE 1:10REV 3:17REV 21:27Count Zinzendorf preaches about the importance of being clothed in the righteousness of Jesus Christ to avoid the judgment of rejection. He emphasizes the danger of spiritual arrogance and self-righteousness, leading to being sent away with disgrace and insult. Zinzendorf urges humility, acknowledging one's need for salvation, and accepting the gift of righteousness from Jesus. He warns against depending on one's own virtues and holiness, stressing the necessity of being covered by the righteousness of Christ to stand before God. The sermon concludes with a prayer for God's mercy on those who are spiritually blind and a plea for grace to remain clothed in Christ's righteousness.
Power From on High - the Moravians and Count Zinzendorf
0PSA 85:6JHN 14:26ACT 2:4ROM 8:161CO 12:4EPH 5:18COL 3:161TH 5:16JAS 5:16Count Zinzendorf preaches about the remarkable outpouring of the Holy Spirit on August 13, 1727, at a Communion service, where the congregation experienced a deep sense of the nearness of Christ, leading to a transformation in their hearts and a great hunger for the Word of God. This revival among the Moravian brethren, descendants of John Hus, who faced centuries of persecution, led to a missionary zeal that inspired the modern Foreign Missions movement. The revival was preceded by a period of fervent prayer, unity, and repentance, resulting in a 100-year prayer meeting that impacted generations. The baptism in the Holy Spirit not only brought assurance of salvation but also led to a flood of sacred songs and hymns, influencing figures like John Wesley and George Whitefield.
I Thirst, Thou Wounded Lamb of God
0JHN 15:4ROM 8:17EPH 1:13EPH 2:4REV 7:14Count Zinzendorf preaches about the deep longing for the cleansing blood of Jesus, the desire to be sealed in His love, and the blessedness of abiding in His presence. He emphasizes the transformative power of God's grace and the wondrous love that brings sinners to glory. The sermon reflects on the overwhelming gratitude and awe for the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross, leading to a surrender of hearts and lives to Him.
Jesus, Thy Blood and Righteousness
0ROM 3:25GAL 3:27EPH 1:71JN 1:7REV 12:11Count Zinzendorf preaches about the all-encompassing power of Jesus' blood and righteousness, which serves as our beauty, dress, and defense against sin and shame. Through Jesus' sacrifice, we are absolved, cleansed, and made white as snow, with Satan defeated and our souls redeemed. Zinzendorf emphasizes the importance of believing in the atoning blood of Jesus, the eternal love and grace available to all, and the transformation that occurs when we surrender to Christ and put on His righteousness.
The Church’s Prayer to the Holy Ghost (1759)
0JHN 15:26JHN 16:131CO 12:13EPH 5:261PE 5:8Count Zinzendorf preaches a sermon focusing on the roles of the Holy Spirit in the Church, emphasizing the divine origins of the Spirit from the Father and the crucial part played in the conception of Jesus. The sermon highlights the Holy Spirit as the Church's Mother, bringing clarity and understanding of Jesus' Word to believers and guiding them into the righteousness of God through the distribution of spiritual nourishment. Count Zinzendorf also acknowledges the Holy Spirit's role in sustaining and protecting the Church from temptations and the attacks of the enemy, ultimately praying for the Spirit's continued presence and guidance among believers.
Eternal Depth of Love Divine
0PSA 31:23LAM 3:22ROM 5:82CO 12:9EPH 2:8Count Zinzendorf preaches about the eternal depth of God's divine love displayed in Jesus, emphasizing the vastness of God's grace and the all-encompassing nature of His love for sinners. He encourages surrendering all aspects of our being - flesh, soul, and spirit - to God's tender care and presence, acknowledging that God's mercies far exceed our sins. Count Zinzendorf urges believers to seek God's saving health and to be armed with heavenly zeal to fearlessly navigate through all challenges.
Christian Hearts, in Love United
0JHN 13:34JHN 15:5EPH 4:2COL 3:141JN 4:19Count Zinzendorf preaches about the importance of Christian unity and love, emphasizing the need for believers to find rest and inspiration in Jesus, to be obedient to His commands, and to reflect His light as one body. He encourages the congregation to renew their covenant with Jesus, pledging true love and service, and to wait on Him for rekindling any fading love. Count Zinzendorf prays for God's guidance in helping the believers to genuinely love one another, aiming to exemplify Christ's love and unity, so that the world may witness their true connection to the Lord.
Jesus, Still Lead On
0PSA 23:3ROM 8:181CO 10:13HEB 12:2Count Zinzendorf preaches about the unwavering faith and trust in Jesus as our heavenly leader, guiding us through cheerless and dreary paths, helping us overcome fears and temptations, and leading us to our eternal rest in the fatherland. He emphasizes the importance of patience, endurance, and the assurance of a bright shore where there is no more weeping, urging believers to follow Jesus with calmness, fearlessness, and hope.
O Thou to Whose All Searching Sight
0PSA 23:4PSA 51:10PSA 139:23JHN 8:12PHP 4:13Count Zinzendorf preaches about the longing for God's presence and the desire for a purified heart, asking for God's intervention to break free from bondage and cleanse from impurities. He emphasizes the need to surrender affections to the cross, allowing God to sanctify thoughts and lead the way in times of darkness and trouble. Count Zinzendorf encourages unwavering faith and perseverance in following Jesus, trusting in His support and strength to navigate through challenges until reaching the ultimate peace and joy in His presence.
A Prayer for Purity
0PSA 23:4PSA 51:10PSA 139:23JHN 8:12PHP 4:13Count Zinzendorf preaches about the deep desire for God to search and purify our hearts, breaking the chains of sin and setting us free. He emphasizes the need for God to cleanse us, refine our thoughts, and lead us in the path of righteousness, providing light and guidance in times of darkness and trouble. Zinzendorf calls for Jesus to intervene in times of overwhelming sorrow, to uplift and bring comfort, and to be our unwavering support in following His ways, even through challenges, until we find eternal peace and joy in His presence.
Christ Will Gather in His Own
0PSA 46:10JHN 14:3ROM 8:38COL 3:21TH 4:13Count Zinzendorf preaches about the gathering of believers to the place where Christ has gone, emphasizing that our true home is where our heart and treasure lie, hidden in high places. Despite our human desire to hold on to loved ones, the Lord's will is perfect, and we are called to rest in silence and trust His plan. Even though we may deeply miss those who have passed on, it is the love of Christ that sustains us and will ultimately be our all in all.