Humility and Service
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The Birthing of the Lord's Second Coming
By Brian Guerin691:39:45LUK 2:1Brian Guerin delivers a powerful sermon titled 'The Birthing of the Lord's Second Coming,' emphasizing the parallels between Christ's first and second comings. He highlights the importance of finding one's 'there' in God's plan, starting family, and remaining steadfast in faith, while also wrapping the Lord in love and humility. Guerin encourages believers to embrace lowliness and humility, as the Lord will rest in those who are willing to be overlooked and serve others. He stresses that the glory of God will manifest through humble vessels, and that the local church will play a crucial role in the coming revival. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a return to genuine worship and service to God, ensuring that He receives all the glory.
The Amazing Power of Remembering
By Shane Idleman1551:30DEU 8:11PSA 77:11MAT 26:26ROM 12:11CO 11:23PHP 4:8HEB 10:24JAS 4:101PE 5:5REV 2:4Shane Idleman emphasizes the transformative power of remembering God's faithfulness and the importance of maintaining a reverent relationship with Him. He urges the congregation to reflect on their past experiences with God, particularly during communion, as a means to reignite their passion for Him and combat spiritual complacency. Idleman highlights the dangers of selfishness within the church, calling for humility and a spirit of service to others, while reminding believers of the significance of the new covenant established through Christ's sacrifice. He encourages self-examination and repentance, asserting that true remembrance leads to a deeper relationship with God and a commitment to living out His commandments.
God Needs Gideons
By T. Austin-Sparks0JDG 6:14T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes that God seeks individuals like Gideon, who embody humility, diligence, and a genuine concern for others, especially in times of spiritual decline. Gideon, despite his youth and the dire circumstances of Israel, was chosen by God because of his humble spirit and industriousness, working quietly to help his people. Sparks highlights that true spirituality is not defined by age but by one's heart and willingness to serve God's purposes. He also stresses the importance of personal integrity and the need to confront any complicity with evil in our lives before we can effectively serve God. Ultimately, God desires servants who are burdened for others and committed to restoring His honor in the world.
Name of Jesus
By H.C.G. Moule0PHP 2:5H.C.G. Moule emphasizes the unique and glorious nature of the Name of Jesus, highlighting His dual identity as both fully divine and fully human. He explains that Jesus, as the suffering and risen Savior, embodies the supreme authority of God, deserving of worship and reverence from all. Moule encourages believers to adopt the 'mind of Christ,' recognizing that everything in Christianity revolves around Jesus, who is the source of pardon, power, and guidance. He calls for a deep reliance on Jesus, urging the faithful to look to Him for all their needs and to follow His example of humility and service. Ultimately, Moule reassures that through fellowship with Christ, believers will share in His glory and love eternally.
Matthew 20
By John Nelson Darby0MAT 20:16MAT 20:28MRK 10:43John Nelson Darby emphasizes the importance of following Christ with the right motives, highlighting that true discipleship involves self-renunciation and a spirit of service. He explains that the rewards for following Christ are rooted in grace, and that even those who come late to the faith can be powerful testimonies of God's grace. Darby also discusses the humility of Christ, who, while deserving of glory, chose to serve and suffer for the sake of others. He encourages believers to adopt this same attitude of humility and service, reflecting the character of Christ. The sermon concludes with the acknowledgment of Christ's final journey to Jerusalem, where He is recognized as the Messiah despite being rejected.
Luke 3:3
By Chuck Smith0DEU 10:12PSA 118:22PSA 139:23PRO 1:7PRO 9:10ISA 40:3MAT 3:2LUK 3:3PHP 4:8JAS 4:10Chuck Smith emphasizes the need for personal preparation to meet the Lord, drawing parallels between John the Baptist's call to repentance and the need for individuals today to prepare their hearts for Christ's return. He highlights the importance of reverence for God, the necessity of humility, and the call to serve others rather than oneself. Smith warns that without this preparation, one cannot stand before a holy God, and he encourages believers to make straight their paths and fill the valleys of selfishness with acts of kindness. The message is a reminder that the moral conditions of society today echo those of John's time, making the call to prepare for the Lord's coming ever more relevant.