Redemption and Restoration
Redemption and Restoration3
All Creation Subject to the Yoke of Bondage
By G.W. North0ROM 8:19G.W. North emphasizes the profound suffering of creation, which has been subjected to bondage since Adam's fall, and the universal groaning for deliverance. He explains that while the sons of God, who possess the firstfruits of the Spirit, await their redemption, all of creation longs for liberation from corruption and death. The sermon highlights God's original intention for creation and the hope that lies in the manifestation of the sons of God, who will ultimately bring restoration. North underscores that true freedom from sin and corruption is the evidence of being a son of God, which the entire creation yearns to witness. The message calls for believers to recognize their role in this divine plan and the glorious liberty that awaits them.
Reading on the Fifth Book of Psalms Psalms 107-150
By John Nelson Darby0PSA 107:1PSA 108:1PSA 111:6PSA 118:1PSA 136:1PSA 139:14PSA 145:9PSA 146:1PSA 147:3PSA 150:6John Nelson Darby explores the Fifth Book of Psalms, emphasizing God's enduring mercy amidst Israel's struggles and failures after their return to the land. He highlights the significance of the ark being brought back to Zion by David, which marked a restoration of worship and a reminder of God's sovereign grace. The Psalms recount Israel's vicissitudes, their cries for help, and God's faithfulness, culminating in the proclamation that 'His mercy endureth for ever.' Darby connects the themes of redemption, divine judgment, and the exaltation of Christ, illustrating how these Psalms reflect both Israel's history and prophetic future. Ultimately, he underscores the importance of recognizing God's mercy as a constant in the face of adversity.
On the Holy Spirit
By John Wesley0JHN 3:6ROM 8:92CO 3:17John Wesley preaches on the significance of the Holy Spirit, emphasizing that the New Testament ministry, unlike the law, is empowered by the Spirit that gives life. He explains that humanity's fall from grace resulted in a separation from God, and that Jesus Christ, as the embodiment of the Spirit, restores this connection. Wesley highlights the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers, enabling them to live in accordance with God's will and preparing them for eternal life. He concludes by urging Christians to embrace self-denial and suffering as pathways to spiritual growth and deeper communion with God.