Thus Saith the Ruler of the Skies
The sermon highlights the significance of Jesus' sacrifice and resurrection, demonstrating God's wisdom and grace in saving humanity from sin.
Isaac Watts preaches about the divine sacrifice of Jesus, highlighting how he willingly submitted to his Father's will and died to save the guilty race. Despite the act of vengeance, there is wisdom and grace in Jesus' sacrifice as he rises again, showcasing his divine nature. The sermon emphasizes the glorious reign of Jesus as the Savior and King, calling for every nation and angels to sing praises with endless joy.
Text
Thus saith the Ruler of the Skies,
Awake my dreadful Sword;
Awake my Wrath, and smite the Man
My fellow, saith the Lord.
Vengeance receiv'd the dread command,
And armed down she flies,
Jesus submits to his Father's hand,
And bows his head and dies.
But oh! the Wisdom and the Grace
That join with Vengeance now!
He dies to save our Guilty Race,
And yet he rises too.
A Person so divine was he
Who yielded to be slain,
That he could give his Soul away,
And take his Life again.
Live, glorious Lord, and reign on high,
Let every Nation sing,
And Angels sound with endless joy
The Saviour and the King.
Sermon Outline
- The Call to Vengeance
- The Wisdom and Grace of Salvation
- The Divinity of Jesus
- Jesus' divine nature allows him to give his life
- Jesus' divine nature allows him to take his life again
Key Quotes
“Thus saith the Ruler of the Skies, Awake my dreadful Sword;” — Isaac Watts
“He dies to save our Guilty Race, And yet he rises too.” — Isaac Watts
“Live, glorious Lord, and reign on high,” — Isaac Watts
Application Points
- Recognize the significance of Jesus' sacrifice and resurrection in our lives.
- Understand the wisdom and grace of God in saving humanity from sin.
- Praise and worship Jesus as the glorious Lord who reigns on high.