Awake

In the Bible, the term "awake" carries both literal and metaphorical meanings, often signifying a call to spiritual alertness or readiness. The Hebrew word often translated as "awake" is "עור" (ur), which can imply the physical act of waking from sleep (as seen in Psalm 78:65) or a deeper spiritual awakening. For example, Isaiah 51:9 uses "awake" to summon God's power to action, indicating a need for divine intervention and revival against spiritual slumber.Metaphorically, "awake" is frequently associated with the need for spiritual vigilance. In the New Testament, Paul writes in Romans 13:11-12, urging believers to "awake out of sleep" to embrace the light of Christ, symbolizing a transition from darkness to spiritual enlightenment. This theme is echoed in Ephesians 5:14, where believers are called to arise from the dead, suggesting that to "awake" is to recognize one's spiritual state and respond to God's call for transformation and purpose. Thus, "awake" serves as a powerful reminder throughout Scripture, urging individuals to become spiritually aware and active in their faith.

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Awake and Shake

By David Wilkerson

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EXO 14:14ISA 52:1LAM 1:7GAL 2:20

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that God loves even his most disobedient children and is focused on delivering them rather than condemning them. The preacher uses the example of a captive daughter of Zion to illustrate how God approaches those who are enslaved and hurting. The preacher encourages listeners to admit their secret sins and see themselves as captive and in need of deliverance. The sermon also highlights the importance of recognizing the nothingness and helplessness of selling out to sin and urges listeners to rise up, put on strength, and stop selling out for nothing. The preacher emphasizes the need for deliverance and forgiveness, reminding listeners that God delights in their fellowship and is willing to forgive and help them overcome their sins.