Give Him All Things
The sermon emphasizes the importance of dedicating every aspect of life to God through love and service.
Mary Wilder Tileston emphasizes the importance of dwelling in the secret place of the Most High, highlighting the need to abide under the shadow of the Almighty by surrendering to Divine Love in every aspect of life. She describes a daily routine of seeking God's presence from morning till night, dedicating all tasks and actions to please Him, and finding joy in serving Him wholeheartedly. Tileston's message revolves around the idea that working for God with love and devotion is a form of true prayer, and that maintaining a constant connection with Him throughout the day leads to a peaceful and adoring rest in His Divine Love.
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He that dwelleth in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.
--PSALMS 91:1
AS soon as I woke in the morning I threw myself into the arms of Divine Love as a child does into its father's arms. I rose to serve Him, and to perform my daily labor simply that I might please Him. If I had time for prayer, I fell on my knees in His divine presence, consecrated myself to Him, and begged Him that He would accomplish His holy will perfectly in me and through me, and that He would not permit me to offend Him in the least thing all through the day. I occupied myself with Him and His praise as long as my duties permitted. Very often, I had not leisure to say even so much as the Lord's Prayer dur.ing the day; but that did not trouble me. I thought it as much my duty to work for Him as to pray to Him, for He Himself had taught me, that all that I should do for love of Him would be a true prayer. I loved Him and rejoiced in Him. If my occupations required all my attention, 1 had nevertheless my heart turned towards Him; and, as soon as they were finished, I ran to Him again, as to my dearest Friend. When evening came, and every one went to rest, I found mine only in the Divine Love, and fell asleep, still loving and adoring Him.
--ARMELLE NICOLAS
Sermon Outline
- I points: - The importance of dwelling in the presence of God - Understanding Divine Love as a refuge - Consecration of daily life to God
- II points: - The role of prayer in our daily activities - Work as a form of worship - Maintaining a heart turned towards God
- III points: - Finding peace in Divine Love - The joy of serving God - Resting in God's presence at the end of the day
Key Quotes
“He that dwelleth in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.” — Mary Wilder Tileston
“I threw myself into the arms of Divine Love as a child does into its father's arms.” — Mary Wilder Tileston
“I thought it as much my duty to work for Him as to pray to Him.” — Mary Wilder Tileston
Application Points
- Start each day by committing your plans and actions to God.
- View your work as an opportunity to serve and honor God.
- End your day in reflection and gratitude for God's presence in your life.