The Secret of Strength
David Wilkerson emphasizes the importance of righteousness and integrity as sources of strength in a corrupt world.
David Wilkerson emphasizes the importance of maintaining righteousness and integrity in a world filled with mockery and corruption. He highlights that while the wicked may seem to thrive, it is the righteous who will grow stronger through their commitment to God and their clean hands. Wilkerson calls for the innocent to rise against hypocrisy and to hold fast to their faith, reminding them that true strength comes from a life aligned with God's ways. The sermon serves as a call to action for believers to stand firm in their convictions amidst societal decay.
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Yet the righteous will hold to his way,
And he who has clean hands will be stronger
and stronger" (Job 17:9).
Men are losing their grip on life,
Mockers abound--
Provocation on all sides.
Wise men can't be found.
When beds are made in darkness
Corruption has become their father.
It is time for the innocent
To be astonished by this and
Stir up himself against the hypocrite.
O that one might plead for a man with God,
So the righteous may hold onto their way
And the light of the wicked put out--
The spark of his fire die.
The way of the wicked is slippery
And sin is a reproach, devouring strength;
But he that hath clean hands
Shall be stronger
And stronger.
Sermon Outline
- I points: - The state of the righteous - The challenges faced by the righteous - The importance of holding onto one's way
- II points: - The nature of wickedness - The consequences of corruption - The slippery path of the wicked
- III points: - The call to the innocent - Stirring oneself against hypocrisy - Pleading for righteousness
- IV points: - The strength of clean hands - The contrast between the righteous and the wicked - The promise of strength for the righteous
Key Quotes
“Yet the righteous will hold to his way, And he who has clean hands will be stronger and stronger.” — David Wilkerson
“The way of the wicked is slippery and sin is a reproach, devouring strength.” — David Wilkerson
“He that hath clean hands shall be stronger and stronger.” — David Wilkerson
Application Points
- Strive to maintain integrity in all areas of your life.
- Be aware of the influences of wickedness and corruption around you.
- Encourage others to stand firm in their faith and righteousness.