Don'T Let Your Dream Die
E.A. Johnston encourages believers to persist boldly in pursuing their God-given dreams despite hardships, trusting that perseverance leads to fulfillment.
In 'Don't Let Your Dream Die,' E.A. Johnston inspires listeners to pursue their God-given dreams with unwavering faith and courage. Drawing on vivid imagery and personal wisdom, Johnston highlights the spiritual journey of perseverance through life's challenges. This devotional sermon encourages believers to trust in God's promises and boldly continue their pursuit of divine purpose.
Full Transcript
In sunshine and shadow, from darkness till noon, over mountains that reach from the sky to the moon, a man with a dream that will never let go, keeps searching to find El Dorado. So ride, boldly ride, to the end of the rainbow, ride, boldly ride, till you find El Dorado. The wind becomes bitter, the sky turns to gray, his body grows weary, he can't find his way, but he'll never turn back though, he's lost in the snow, for he has to find El Dorado.
So ride, boldly ride, to the end of the rainbow, ride, boldly ride, till you find El Dorado. My daddy once told me what a man ought to be, there's much more to life than the things we can see, and the godliest mortal you will ever know, is the one with the dream of El Dorado. So ride, boldly ride, to the end of the rainbow, ride, boldly ride, till you find El Dorado.
Sermon Outline
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- The journey of a man with a dream
- Challenges faced along the way
- The importance of persistence
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- The encouragement from a father's wisdom
- Understanding the deeper meaning of life
- The value of godly ambition
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- Riding boldly to the end of the rainbow
- Never turning back despite obstacles
- Trusting in the ultimate fulfillment of dreams
Key Quotes
“So ride, boldly ride, to the end of the rainbow, ride, boldly ride, till you find El Dorado.” — E.A. Johnston
“My daddy once told me what a man ought to be, there's much more to life than the things we can see.” — E.A. Johnston
“The godliest mortal you will ever know, is the one with the dream of El Dorado.” — E.A. Johnston
Application Points
- Hold tightly to the dreams God has placed in your heart, even when the path is difficult.
- Draw strength from faith and the wisdom of godly mentors to keep moving forward.
- Boldly pursue your purpose, trusting that God will guide you to fulfillment.