God's Pursuit
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Jacob
By A.W. Tozer6043:34GEN 28:10A.W. Tozer explores the life of Jacob, emphasizing his flawed character and troubled upbringing, yet highlighting his profound encounter with God. Despite Jacob's deceitful nature and the dysfunction in his family, he possessed a deep longing for God, which ultimately led to his transformation. Tozer illustrates that God pursues those who are spiritually discontented, as seen in Jacob's awakening to God's presence during a lonely night. This sermon serves as a reminder that even the most unlikely individuals can experience God's grace and become vessels for His purpose. Tozer encourages listeners to embrace their spiritual longing as a precious treasure that draws them closer to God.
(Jonah) No Place to Hide
By John Vissers3737:57JON 1:4John Vissers preaches on the story of Jonah, emphasizing that one cannot escape God's presence or purpose, as Jonah attempts to flee from God's command to preach to Nineveh. The sermon illustrates how Jonah's disobedience leads to a storm that endangers others, highlighting the spiritual numbness that can come from running away from God. Vissers draws parallels between Jonah's experience and the modern church's struggle to recognize God's call amidst distractions and challenges. Ultimately, he reminds the congregation that God relentlessly pursues His people, and there is no place to hide from His presence. The message encourages self-reflection on our own spiritual awakeness and responsiveness to God's call.
"Where Art Thou?"
By D.L. Moody1GEN 3:9MAT 11:28LUK 15:20JAS 4:8D.L. Moody's sermon 'Where Art Thou?' emphasizes God's relentless pursuit of humanity after the fall, illustrating His grace and mercy as He seeks out the lost. Moody challenges listeners to reflect on their spiritual state, urging professed Christians, backsliders, and the ungodly to consider their relationship with God. He highlights the importance of living a life that reflects one's faith and warns against the dangers of complacency and neglecting one's spiritual duties. The sermon calls for a personal examination of one's faith and a return to communion with God, emphasizing that true joy and peace are found only in Him. Ultimately, Moody encourages all to respond to God's call and return to Him, regardless of their past.
An Expert Searcher
By C.H. Spurgeon0EZK 34:11LUK 19:10JHN 10:14C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the Lord's unwavering commitment to seek and save His wandering sheep, illustrating how Jesus, as the Great Shepherd, actively searches for His elect who may stray into sin and despair. He reassures believers that even when they feel lost, God's grace will pursue them, ensuring that none of His chosen will perish. Spurgeon encourages the faithful to hold onto hope for those they pray for, as the Lord's searching love extends to all, regardless of their circumstances. The sermon highlights the promise of God's relentless pursuit and the assurance that He will not lose any of His flock.
God Securing His Inheritance
By A.W. Pink0DEU 32:10PSA 37:23PSA 138:8JHN 6:44JHN 14:6JHN 16:13JHN 17:3ROM 10:201PE 1:51JN 2:20A.W. Pink emphasizes God's relentless pursuit of His people, illustrating how He finds, leads, instructs, and preserves them as His cherished inheritance. He highlights that God actively seeks out those who are lost, revealing His love and grace in the process. Pink explains that once found, God leads His people through life, teaching them His truths and guiding them with His Spirit. He reassures believers of God's unwavering commitment to preserve them, regardless of their failures or circumstances. Ultimately, Pink calls for gratitude towards God for His faithful and protective nature.
He Leaves the Ninety-Nine
By David Wilkerson0LUK 15:4David Wilkerson emphasizes the relentless love of the Shepherd, who seeks out the lost sheep, representing those who have strayed from God's fold. He illustrates that no matter how far one has fallen into sin, God will pursue them with unwavering commitment, bringing them back into His embrace. The sermon highlights the joy in heaven over one sinner who repents, showcasing God's grace and redemption for all who return to Him. Wilkerson reassures that even in the depths of despair, one is never beyond the reach of Jesus' love and forgiveness. Ultimately, the message is one of hope, redemption, and the celebration of being found.
The Four Questions of God Part One - Two Questions From the Old Testament
By John Follette0GEN 3:9PSA 139:23John Follette emphasizes that God is a seeking God, continually pursuing humanity since the fall of Adam. He explains that true self-awareness and spiritual growth come from allowing God to reveal our hidden selves, rather than relying on surface experiences or achievements. Follette highlights the importance of confession and understanding our position before God, as exemplified in the story of Adam's sin and God's question, 'Where art thou?' He encourages believers to embrace their unique callings and to recognize that every aspect of life can be sacred when done for God's glory. Ultimately, Follette reminds us that spiritual maturity is a lifelong process of surrendering to God's transformative work in our lives.
God's Search for Men and Women
By Peter Brandon643:54ACT 8:26Peter Brandon emphasizes God's relentless pursuit of individuals, illustrating this through the story of Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch from Acts 8. He highlights that God is more invested in our salvation than we often realize, and that the call to follow Him can come in unexpected ways. Brandon stresses the importance of preachers being passionate and empowered by the Holy Spirit to effectively communicate the Gospel. He encourages listeners to respond to God's call, just as the eunuch did, by believing in Jesus and being baptized as a public declaration of faith. Ultimately, the sermon serves as a reminder that every soul is precious to God, and He actively seeks out those who are lost.