Mediation
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Job 9:1
By Chuck Smith0JOB 9:2JOB 9:33PSA 8:4Chuck Smith explores the profound relationship between God and man, emphasizing Job's struggle to understand how a mere human can be just before an all-powerful God. He highlights Job's awareness of God's greatness, sovereignty, and the vast gap between divine and human nature, leading to the realization that a mediator is necessary. Smith points out that throughout history, humanity has sought to bridge this gap through various means, but ultimately, it is God who provides the solution through Jesus Christ, our mediator. Through Christ, believers can connect with God, as He understands our trials and serves as the bridge between the divine and humanity.
Job 9:32
By Chuck Smith0JOB 9:32PSA 22:1ISA 59:2JHN 1:14JHN 3:16JHN 14:6ROM 5:81TI 2:5HEB 4:151JN 1:1Chuck Smith explores Job's profound struggle and despair, emphasizing the vast chasm between God and man that Job recognizes. He reflects on Bildad's advice to Job, highlighting the futility of human efforts to bridge this gap. Smith reveals that Job's cry for a daysman, a mediator, is ultimately answered in Jesus Christ, who serves as the bridge between God and humanity. Through Christ, believers can see and touch God, as He embodies both divine and human nature, providing hope and reconciliation. The sermon underscores that it is not man's efforts that reach God, but God's love reaching down to man.
Numbers 6:24
By Chuck Smith0NUM 6:24Chuck Smith emphasizes the significance of the priest's role in representing both God and the people, highlighting the necessity of mediation due to sin's separation from God. He elaborates on the blessings of the Lord, which include His keeping love, grace, and peace, illustrating how these blessings are fulfilled in Jesus Christ. Smith stresses that God's desire is for His name to be associated with blessings and love rather than curses and hate, encouraging believers to embrace the joy and hope that come from God's presence.
Job 9:33
By Chuck Smith0JOB 9:33JOB 11:71TI 2:5Chuck Smith explores the profound struggle of Job, who, stripped of all he held dear, questions how a mere man can be just before God. He emphasizes Job's cry for a mediator, recognizing the vast chasm between God's greatness and human frailty. Smith reveals that the answer to Job's plea is found in Jesus Christ, the one mediator who connects humanity with God through His own experience and sacrifice. This sermon highlights the essential need for a relationship with God, which is fulfilled through Christ, who bridges the gap and offers access to divine grace.
Job 9:2
By Chuck Smith0JOB 9:2PSA 8:4ISA 59:11TI 2:5Chuck Smith explores the profound need for a mediator, or 'daysman,' as expressed by Job in his suffering. He emphasizes Job's isolation and despair, highlighting the contrast between God's greatness and man's insignificance. Smith reveals that the ultimate answer to Job's cry is found in Jesus Christ, the one mediator who bridges the gap between God and humanity. Through Christ's sacrifice, believers can access God and experience a personal relationship with Him. The sermon calls for a submission to Christ, recognizing Him as the only way to approach God.