Divine Blessings
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Blessings From Surrender
By Andrew Murray0PSA 37:7ISA 64:4ROM 12:11CO 2:9EPH 3:20Andrew Murray emphasizes that God desires to bless us in extraordinary ways that surpass our expectations. He reminds us that the blessings prepared for those who wait on God are beyond human comprehension and are divine in nature. Murray encourages a complete surrender to God's will, asserting that it is through God's strength that we can achieve this surrender. The call to give ourselves entirely to God opens the door to experiencing these magnificent blessings.
Because I Bare Him With Sorrow.
By F.B. Meyer01CH 4:9F.B. Meyer emphasizes the profound impact of sorrow in shaping the gifts and inspirations of humanity, illustrating how the story of Jabez serves as a model for prayer and aspiration. He encourages believers to seek not only material blessings but also spiritual abundance, urging them to ask God for a broader influence in their lives for His glory. Meyer highlights the importance of divine support, likening God's assistance to a father's guidance, and stresses the necessity of seeking protection from evil through God's grace. Ultimately, he presents sorrow as a catalyst for growth and deeper faith.
Commonest Things Blessed
By C.H. Spurgeon0EXO 23:25MAT 14:19JHN 2:9C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the profound promise found in Exodus 23:25, highlighting that serving God brings not only joy but also His blessings upon our everyday provisions. He illustrates how even the simplest elements like bread and water become sacred when consecrated to the Lord, as seen in Jesus' miracles. Spurgeon reassures that God's blessings are present in our lives, transforming ordinary sustenance into a source of grace and abundance. He reminds us that with God at our table, we receive blessings not as a debt but as a gift of grace, reinforcing the idea that our service to Him is met with divine favor.
Ever Mindful
By C.H. Spurgeon0PSA 115:12ISA 49:15HEB 13:5C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes that the Lord has always been mindful of us, providing, comforting, and guiding us through all circumstances. He reassures us that God's unchanging nature guarantees His continued mindfulness and blessings in our lives. Spurgeon encourages gratitude for the times we have distinctly felt God's care and reminds us that His blessings are vast and eternal. The sermon calls us to bless the Lord for His unwavering attention and love towards us.
Of Christ's Blessing His People as a Priest.
By John Gill0GEN 22:18NUM 6:24PSA 32:1ECC 3:14MAT 25:34JHN 17:2ACT 3:25ROM 9:5EPH 1:3HEB 7:6John Gill expounds on Christ's role as a priest who blesses His people, emphasizing that unlike the Old Testament priests who could only pray for blessings, Christ actively confers them. He illustrates that this blessing was promised to Abraham and prefigured in Melchizedek, highlighting that Christ's blessings encompass justification, adoption, and eternal life. Gill asserts that these blessings are not only spiritual but also eternal and irrevocable, secured in the covenant of grace. He emphasizes that all who are chosen and given to Christ are recipients of these blessings, which are rooted in His divine nature and mediatorial role. Ultimately, Christ's blessings are comprehensive, addressing both the spiritual and eternal needs of His people.
Don't Be Blind to the Blessing
By David Wilkerson0PSA 34:18ISA 41:10MAT 5:3MAT 7:11LUK 6:20ROM 8:282CO 12:9PHP 4:19JAS 1:51PE 5:7David Wilkerson emphasizes that just as a father delights in helping his children during difficult times, our Lord Jesus takes even greater joy in blessing His children when they call upon Him. He reassures those who feel inadequate or less talented that they are indeed blessed, as their weaknesses allow God's strength to shine through them. Wilkerson reminds us that Jesus values the humble and the needy, stating that true blessing comes from recognizing our dependence on Him. The message encourages believers to see their struggles as opportunities for divine grace and support.
Thoughts on Numbers Vi, Vii - Part Ii. the Blessing of God: Numbers Vi, 22-27
By Hudson Taylor0NUM 6:22Hudson Taylor reflects on the profound blessings of God as articulated in Numbers 6:22-27, emphasizing that true consecration to God opens the door to His abundant blessings. He explains that while the privilege of priestly service was lost, anyone could draw near to God through Nazarite separation, highlighting the importance of surrendering one's will to receive divine favor. Taylor illustrates this with the parable of the prodigal son, showing that true joy and restoration come from returning to the Father. He elaborates on the three-fold benediction, representing the blessings from the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, and concludes with the significance of being sealed with God's name, which signifies belonging and divine favor.
Home Blessings
By C.H. Spurgeon0JOS 24:15PSA 127:1PSA 128:1PRO 3:33MAT 18:20EPH 6:1COL 3:231TI 5:8HEB 13:21PE 3:7C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the significance of a God-fearing household in his sermon 'Home Blessings,' illustrating that divine protection and blessings are bestowed upon homes led by just individuals, regardless of their material wealth. He highlights that a home filled with love, reverence for God, and holy training becomes a sanctuary of blessings, where even one righteous person can positively influence the entire family. Spurgeon encourages believers to invite Jesus into their homes as a constant presence, ensuring that their lives and interactions reflect justice and integrity, as a just God cannot bless unjust actions.