We are not sure what this thorn in the flesh was. In fact, one of the things that I respect about the reformed tradition (Presbyterians, Reformed Baptist, Reformed Church of America, etc.) We have experienced the new birth. Let us hear that this inheritance is not only heavenly, but it will be earthly. My soul shall make her boast in the Lord: the humble shall hear thereof, and be glad. Try meditating on each word in Psalm 63:1 slowly. Psalm 73:26. "David praised the LORD in the presence of the whole assembly, saying, "Praise be to you, O LORD, God of our father Israel, from everlasting to everlasting." That place is His Word. This probably means that David wrote it later in life, as he reflected back on God's faithfulness in his many . How can we have joy in the midst of trials? 14 Dressed only in a linen ephod, he began to dance before the LORD with great enthusiasm. You, God, are my God, They answered and said unto the king, True, O king. We rejoice in the fact that we are new and we are not the same anymore. The victory they enjoyed - was victory God granted to them. Plus, get a set of printable prayer and scripture cards, including these 20 Bible verses for praising God in hard times. If you are the temple of God, that same joy you get when praising God in Church can come while praising God anywhere. This chapter relates how largely and liberally David, besides what he had before done, and his princes, offered towards defraying the expenses of building the temple, 1Ch 29:1-8 and the joy and thankfulness that he and his people expressed on that account, attended with prayers for Solomon, and offering sacrifices unto the Lord, 1Ch 29:9-21 and the chapter is closed, and so the book, with an account of the second unction of Solomon, the placing him on the throne, and the submission of all ranks of men unto him, and of the death of David, 1Ch 29:22-30. This is Deut. If Satan, who was originally an angel without a sin nature, fell into pridehow much more likely a human who was exalted to write near half of the New Testament? day. Judas didnt have genuine faith. Listen to what he says in 1 Peter 1:6: In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in all kinds of trials (emphasis mine). Ephesians 2:6 says we are seated in heavenly places with Christ. Application Question: What things keep you from developing this eternal view point in the midst of your trials? Trials to our faith, are like fire to a precious metalthe fire tests the genuineness of it. In the situation of the Corinthians, this included weakness, sickness, and even death. In this passage, the writer says to endure hardship as disciplineGod is treating you as sons. He says you may have had to. This can be translated if necessary as in the ESV or if need be as seen in the KJV. There are some Christians, especially young Christians, who struggle with how to comfort somebody in the midst of a failure, a loss, or some depression. Peter fell away and came back because he had genuine faith. Whatever Pauls trial, it was given to him because of the surpassing great revelations he had received from God. It is possible to work hard for Christ, persevere through trials, to hate what God hates, and yet still lose our love for Christ. Observation Question: What is Peter referring to when he says in this you greatly rejoice? It's that simple. Everything we know about God should cause us to regard and adore His greatness. my whole being longs for you, 9 Hide Your face from my sins, And blot out all my iniquities. Listen to the story of the seed sown upon rocks. in a dry and parched land You will find that it is in the fire that your intimacy with Christ becomes the greatest. 3:23). He who offers a sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving honors Me. Summary: This is a sermon that teaches us how to trust God in the times of trouble. The one who received the seed that fell on rocky places is the man who hears the word and at once receives it with joy. We are edifying one another, and reminding ourselves of the promises of the gospel. I thirst for you, Jesus said, "But why do you call Me 'Lord, Lord' and do not do the things which I say?" Psalm 37:3. This is about David speaking well of God; David is expressing adoration and respect to God. 57:5-6). I stand at the door and knock. They cried unto thee, and were delivered: They . In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in all kinds of trials. We can definitely relate to David's thoughts and feelings as we face our present world. What was David's reaction to all of his troubles? when David sacrificed a bull and a fattened calf. Jesus is a descendant of David. God says, Thats what Im looking for. Preventer of Mistakes - Watch and pray that you enter not in to temptation. Peter, in speaking to these Christians, says they are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy because of their love and belief in Christ. 116 views, 2 likes, 2 loves, 9 comments, 2 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from Unity Temple Church of God in Christ: 2nd Sunday Service Thank you for. Power belongs to God. James says blessed, or happy, is the man who perseveres under trial. We can focus on our inheritance and security in heaven. Scripture quotations marked (ESV) are from The Holy Bible, English Standard Version (ESV) Copyright 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. In verse 7 he prays, "Do not remember the sins of my youth or my transgressions." Apparently his troubles later in life dredged up the sins that he had committed in earlier years. What we do today will affect our eternity. In the midst of pain, God creates a reservoir in you. This would suggest, if we will keep clear in our hearts the real glory of God, that will contribute to righteousness; it will help keep us from sin. But to the extent we are able to entertain the concept - God is eternal; He is "from everlasting to everlasting." It touches your heart to remember that God has saved you in the past with his son Jesus. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. Against the wrath.--Or perhaps, upon the wrath. To help support this ministry, we gratefully accept non-tax deductible donations. In his great mercy he has given us new birth (emphasis mine) into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead (1 Pet 1:3). Our loving relationship with Christ can create some of the greatest joy even in the midst of the fire. (Lk. Fueled by loads of coffee, I'm passionate about helping and encouraging you along this journey, too! Where do you find words of praise and thanksgiving when your heart is full of sorrow and struggle? Make the choice to fill your heart with words of praise and thanksgiving for God. This is really happening. We must develop an eternal view in order to have joy in the midst of our trials. It is harder for them to love, harder for them to forgive, or harder for them to have peace. It is simple - praise to God reminds you that you are not alone. O Lord, my God you are my refuge and my strength. Praise God in the storms, through the battles, and when life gets hard. We can rejoice in trials because they have purpose. Matthew (164). See when Paul was looking at his troubles being momentary (v. 17), it was in comparison to the coming glory, which would be eternal (v. 17, 18). it convinces me that I am actually in a real conversation with God himself, my very Creator. Application Question: What are some ways we can focus on our faith in trials in order to keep our joy? Step by step he has shown how God has devised and revealed a way of putting sinners right with himself; how Christ died for our sins, and was raised for our justification; how we are united with Christ in His death and resurrection; how the Christian life is lived by walking in the Spirit not the flesh. The thrust of David's words are - God is worthy of our praise, our worship and obedience and He is worthy of praise due to His greatness; His power, glory, victory and majesty. Does it draw you closer to God, closer to his Word and closer to the people of God? I know that you cannot tolerate wicked men, that you have tested those who claim to be apostles but are not, and have found them false. David is expressing a feeling of abandonment, questioning if God has forgotten him. This is not true faith. I hope we too will have these thoughts about God; and through continued reading, study, prayer and practice -- I trust we will be drawn closer and closer to Him, worshipping Him and obeying Him from the heart. Mechanical instruments are not suited to this. It is not just about getting to heaven. Paul - in the first eleven chapters - takes up the subjects of justification, sanctification, glorification and NOW, it's like he stops out of breath TO ADORE THE GLORY OF GOD, and to speak of His sovereignty. We should rejoice in all the benefits of our coming salvation. Peter says there is more. Salem Media Group. Make level paths for your feet so that the lame may not be disabled, but rather healed (emphasis mine). Because your love is better than life,my lips will glorify you.I will praise you as long as I live,and in your name I will lift up my hands. (Acts 13:22) One reason for this was his willingness to praise God even in the darkest of times. It will become drudgery. But there is another way to go through trials. Focus on Gods sovereignty and purpose in trials. Praise in the Midst of Problems. It tells your eyes that despite what you may see - you have a Creator. How can we better strive to keep it? They had been scattered because of the persecution coming from Rome. "And into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fadekept in heaven for you" ( 1 Pet 1:4 ). Is he God your Healer? . Heal me, Lord, and I will be healed;save me and I will be saved,for you are the one I praise. They did not become like the Israelites who murmured, gossiped, became divisive, and ultimately turned away from God. Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! Charles Spurgeon, who was called the Prince of Preachers, used to struggle with depression that was so bad at times he couldnt leave his bed for weeks. As you know in that story, Jacob served Laban for seven extra years to receive Rachel. This life is not just about our future career, marriage, or retirement. The trial given to Paul was a work of grace to keep him from the sin of pride. In the same way, believers must have the right focus in order to have joy in their multicolored trials. Ask the three Hebrews who were thrown into the fire in Babylon. 11 Yours, LORD, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the majesty and the splendor, for everything in heaven and earth is yours. Maybe they dont receive it because the inheritance is lost or its value changes. In fact, true faith is indestructible. This relationship will carry you and give you joy. Peter says it is possible for these believers to have both great joy and grief in the midst of their trials. Hi, I'm Kathryn! King David teaches us how to praise God throughout the book of Psalms. When you lose your love for Christ, trials dont feel like they last only a few days as it was for Jacob working for Rachel. It is the relationships around us that often enable us to endure hard times. Salvation and glory and power belong to our God," (Rev. This is something we can rejoice in even in the midst of trials. This is how I approach it if you need some guidance to start. He is near to the brokenhearted ( Psalm 34:18 ). You work and sweat and put forth effort; then when you get to the summit, you enjoy the view; you adore this new perspective. Our Father knows whats best as well. Scripture quotations marked (NLT) are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright 1996, 2004, 2007 by Tyndale House Foundation. Amazingly, David overcame adversity by putting his trust in God, and by "Praising God!" David proclaims, "They have prepared a net for my steps; My soul is bowed down: They have digged a pit before me; They are fallen into the midst thereof themselves" (Psa. 2 Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; 3 Though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the . (Isaiah 24:23, NIV). These were his thoughts, not only at the end of his life but throughout his life. All rights reserved. He is worthy of praise due to His greatness; His power, glory, victory and majesty. So, it is exceedingly important to follow David's lead - and ascribe praise to God for His glory. For many, when they go through a church split or they were harmed by a church leader, they fall away from the faith and never return. Maybe that is why God touched Jacobs thigh and caused him to limp after wrestling with God and prevailing. Simon Peter was privileged to see Jesus transfigured and he later wrote about it with these words: "We did not follow cleverly invented stories when we told you about the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but we were eye-witnesses of his majesty," (2 Pet. We through the gospel have access to God's Power -- when faith prompts us to obey Christ in baptism, THE POWER OF GOD LIFTS US FROM SIN. THINGS HAPPEN THAT WE TAKE NO PLEASURE IN. and crowns you with love and compassion, 5 who satisfies your desires with good things. But if we judged ourselves, we would not come under judgment. My everything. I tell you, the devil will put some of you in prison to test you, and you will suffer persecution for ten days. (Matthew 5:16, NIV). When the struggles begin to close in, you may find yourself without the words to pray, unable to find those words of prayer and praise. 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