The Eye of Heaven
The presence of a wise and all-knowing God brings comfort and transcendence in our troubles and deepest distresses.
Thomas Brooks emphasizes the omniscience of God in his sermon 'The Eye of Heaven,' reminding believers that nothing is hidden from God's sight. He reassures that God is aware of all our troubles, sorrows, and sufferings, providing comfort in knowing that we are never alone in our struggles. The presence of an all-seeing and all-knowing God serves as a source of strength and solace during our deepest distresses. Brooks highlights the importance of recognizing God's wisdom and understanding in our lives.
Text
"All things are naked and opened unto the eyes of
Him with whom we have to do." Hebrews 4:13
Each believer has the presence of a WISE God, of an
omniscient God. God fills all things, He encompasses
all things, and He sustains all things--and therefore
He must need know all things! The whole world is
to Him, as a sea of glass--clear and transparent.
There is nothing hidden from His eyes!
The eye of heaven sees all, and knows all of . . .
your troubles and trials,
your sorrows and sufferings,
your losses and crosses!
Is it such a comfort to have the presence of a wise
and knowing friend with us in our greatest troubles
and deepest distresses? What a transcendent comfort
must it be then to enjoy the presence of an all-seeing
and an all-knowing God in all our troubles and distresses!
Sermon Outline
- The Presence of a Wise God
- The Eye of Heaven Sees All
- Comfort in the Presence of God
- Comfort in troubles and distresses
- Transcendent comfort in God's presence
Key Quotes
“The whole world is to Him, as a sea of glass--clear and transparent.” — Thomas Brooks
“There is nothing hidden from His eyes!” — Thomas Brooks
“What a transcendent comfort must it be then to enjoy the presence of an all-seeing and an all-knowing God in all our troubles and distresses!” — Thomas Brooks
Application Points
- We can trust in God's wisdom and knowledge to guide us through our troubles.
- We can seek comfort in God's presence, knowing that He sees all our struggles and triumphs.
- We can apply God's presence in our lives by trusting in His goodness and sovereignty.