Jesus, My Lord, I Yearn for Thee
This sermon emphasizes the sweetness and greatness of Jesus' love, encouraging listeners to yearn for a personal relationship with Him.
John Sung expresses a deep yearning for Jesus, emphasizing the sweetness of His presence and the longing to be eternally united with Him. He reflects on the incomparable nature of Christ's love, which surpasses all earthly experiences and comforts. Sung highlights the transformative power of Jesus' compassion, which brings joy amidst sorrow and grief. The sermon celebrates the beauty of Christ as the 'Balsam of the garden' and the 'Rose of Sharon,' illustrating the profound connection believers have with Him. Ultimately, it is a heartfelt declaration of love and devotion to the Lord.
Text
Jesus, my Lord, I yearn for Thee,
How sweet art Thou to me!
O that we're taken up today
Fore'er with Thee to stay!
Chorus:
O Thou the Balsam of the garden,
O Thou the sweet Rose of Sharon,
Thou art the Lily of the Valley,
How shall I part with Thee?
In all the world there's not a sound
That can Thy mercies sing,
Nor has that heart on earth been found;
Thy brimming love contain.
Though hearts are faint and tears do flow,
Our sighs we can't control.
When of Thy compassion I think,
Grief goes and joy comes in!
Great is Thy love that far transcends
The bounds of time and realm.
Tis the Beloved who can tell:
Thy love all loves excell.
- Translated from John Sung Revival Choruses.
Sermon Outline
- The Sweetness of Jesus
- Jesus is the balsam of the garden
- Jesus is the sweet Rose of Sharon
- Jesus is the Lily of the Valley
Key Quotes
“O that we're taken up today Fore'er with Thee to stay!” — John Sung
“Thy brimming love contain.” — John Sung
“Great is Thy love that far transcends The bounds of time and realm.” — John Sung
Application Points
- We can experience the sweetness of Jesus by surrendering our hearts to Him and allowing His love to fill us.
- Focusing on Jesus' compassion and love can help us overcome grief and find joy.
- We can deepen our relationship with Jesus by spending time with Him and seeking His presence in our lives.