Communication with God
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Jesus Delights in Our Trust
By David Wilkerson1PSA 46:10PRO 3:5ISA 30:21JER 29:12MAT 11:28LUK 24:27LUK 24:32JHN 10:27PHP 4:6JAS 1:19David Wilkerson emphasizes that while we often rush into God's presence with worship and requests, true communication requires us to also listen. He illustrates this through the encounter of Jesus with the disciples on the Road to Emmaus, where Jesus longed to share and connect with them. The joy of Jesus comes from this two-way communion, highlighting that He delights in our trust and desires personal communication with us. Wilkerson encourages believers to not only speak to God but to take time to hear His voice, fostering a deeper relationship.
The Gate of Heaven!
By Thomas Brooks0PSA 145:18JER 29:12MAT 7:71TH 5:17JAS 5:16Thomas Brooks emphasizes the significance of prayer as the gateway to heaven, illustrating that true communication with God comes from a sincere heart. He asserts that the most precious blessings from Paradise are bestowed upon those who earnestly seek God in prayer. Brooks warns that if one's heart is silent, God will not respond, highlighting the necessity of heartfelt expression in our conversations with the Divine.
The Altar - a Basic Principle in Man
By G.W. North0GEN 12:7GEN 13:4GEN 22:9EXO 20:24LEV 1:1G.W. North explores the concept of altars and sacrifice, emphasizing that the instinct to offer sacrifices is deeply embedded in human nature, transcending cultures and ages. He highlights Abraham's unique relationship with altars, noting that while he built many, he did not offer sacrifices on them, which distinguished his worship from that of the surrounding cultures. North suggests that Abraham's altars served as testimonies of his communication with God and marked his spiritual journey, despite the absence of blood offerings. The sermon delves into the mystery of sacrifice, questioning how early humans understood the need for atonement and the nature of God's communication regarding sacrifice. Ultimately, North presents the altar as a fundamental principle in man's relationship with the divine, reflecting both obedience and the quest for connection with God.