Delight in God
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Delighting in God
By David Wilkerson0PSA 37:4MAT 6:7MAT 6:25LUK 11:1David Wilkerson emphasizes that prayer should be a delightful experience focused on fellowship with God rather than a mere obligation. He highlights the disciples' request to Jesus to teach them how to pray, indicating a desire for a deeper connection with the Lord. Wilkerson points out that many prayers are centered on personal needs, but true prayer delights God when it prioritizes knowing Him. He encourages believers to find joy in God's presence, especially during difficult times, and to seek a heart that longs for communion with Him. Ultimately, he calls for a transformative approach to prayer that fosters intimacy with God.
Delighting in the Lord
By Charles Finney0PSA 16:11PSA 37:4PSA 42:1ISA 26:3MAT 6:33JHN 15:7ROM 12:2PHP 4:19JAS 4:31JN 5:14Charles Finney emphasizes the profound joy and fulfillment found in delighting oneself in the Lord, as expressed in Psalm 37:4. He explains that true delight in God involves a deep sympathy with His character, a commitment to His will, and a desire for communion with Him. Finney outlines that this delight leads to the fulfillment of our heart's desires, conditioned on our alignment with God's will. He warns that without this condition, our desires may be selfish and ungranted, but when we truly seek God, our desires will reflect His nature. Ultimately, delighting in God transforms our hearts and leads to a life of obedience, joy, and fulfillment.
Pleasure, Delight, Contentment and Satisfaction in God
By Thomas Brooks0PSA 37:4SNG 5:9SNG 5:16ISA 61:10PHP 4:11Thomas Brooks emphasizes that true pleasure, delight, contentment, and satisfaction in God are only experienced by those who are genuinely holy. He contrasts the fleeting pleasures sought by the covetous, ambitious, and worldly individuals with the profound joy that comes from a relationship with God. Brooks highlights that delighting in God is a noble and spiritual endeavor, reserved for the holy, who recognize His unparalleled beauty and worth. He encourages believers to find their ultimate satisfaction in God, as expressed in the Song of Solomon and Isaiah.