Trust in God's Deliverance
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Waiting Rather Than Fretting
By A.W. Tozer0PSA 37:35A.W. Tozer emphasizes the inevitability of external stimuli that cause vexation in our lives, suggesting that true deliverance from a fretting spirit comes through humility, self-denial, and patience. He acknowledges the apparent success of evildoers and the struggles of the righteous, warning that a prayerless Christian may misinterpret their circumstances and succumb to fretfulness. Tozer encourages believers to adopt a heavenly perspective, recognizing that while the wicked may seem to thrive temporarily, their success is fleeting. Ultimately, he reassures that the salvation of the righteous is secure in the Lord, who serves as their stronghold in times of trouble, providing peace amidst turmoil.
The Lies of the Enemy
By David Wilkerson02KI 19:35PSA 34:6ISA 41:10ROM 8:372CO 10:4EPH 6:10HEB 4:16JAS 4:71PE 5:8REV 12:11David Wilkerson emphasizes the deceptive lies of the enemy during trials, illustrating how Satan attempts to instill fear and doubt in our hearts, as seen in the story of Hezekiah. Faced with overwhelming threats, Hezekiah acknowledged his helplessness and sought God's intervention, receiving a powerful message of deliverance through the prophet Isaiah. Wilkerson encourages believers to confront the lies of the enemy with faith and prayer, reminding us that God hears our cries and delivers us from our battles. Hezekiah's victory over Sennacherib serves as a testament to God's power and the assurance that through Christ's sacrifice, we have victory over sin and temptation. The sermon calls on believers to trust in God's foreknowledge and deliverance in their own struggles.