Praise Songs

Eli said unto Samuel, … "if He call thee, thou shalt say 'Speak, Lord; for Thy servant heareth.'" And the Lord came, and stood, and called as at other times, Samuel, Samuel. Then Samuel answered, "Speak, Lord; for Thy servant heareth!" 

(I Samuel 3:9-10)
 

Thoughts of Inspiration: How marvelous our lives can become when we are in the habit of saying, "Speak, LORD; for thy servant heareth." Every time circumstances press in on you, say, "Speak, Lord," and make time to listen. As we listen, our ears become more sensitive, and like Samuel, we will hear God speak to us!

Jehovah is my strength and song, And he is become my salvation: This is my God, and I will praise him; My father's God, and I will exalt him. (Psalm 18:46)

Thoughts of Inspiration: The goal of my spiritual life is such close identification with Jesus Christ that I will always hear God and know that God always hears me. What hinders me from hearing is my attention to other things. It is so important not to get so busy with life, that I don't hear God when he speaks.

But thou, O Jehovah, art a shield about me; My glory and the lifter up of my head. (Psalm 3:3)

Thoughts of Inspiration: Whenever we realize we have not taken advantage of a magnificent opportunity, we are apt to sink into despair. Let the past sleep, but let it sleep in the sweet embrace of Christ, and let us go on into the invincible future with Him. Never let despair or past failures defeat your next step!!

Stand up, bless Jehovah your God from eternity to eternity. And let men bless the name of thy glory, which is exalted above all blessing and praise. (Nehemiah 9:5)

Thoughts of Inspiration: We all have to find our niche in life, and spiritually we find it when we receive our ministry from the Lord. To do this we must have close fellowship with Jesus and must know Him as more than our personal Savior.

But now being made free from sin, and become servants to God, ye have your fruit unto holiness, and the end everlasting life. (Romans 6:22) 
 
 

Thoughts of Inspiration: Are we willing to give and be poured out in the service of God until we are used up and exhausted? Are we willing to seek the road to minister to others instead of seeking to be ministered to? It is important for us to do menial work, as a servant for God, because we cannot do menial work while maintaining a saintly attitude. Our saintly attitudes keep us from offering our whole selves to God in His service!

Scripture Reading and Sermon

I. Introduction

A. A few moments of "what if...?"

B. The day it really happened...

C. In case you didn't notice, it has already happened today...a few things that always happen

when Jesus walks into a room...
 

II. When Jesus Walks Into A Room, He Brings Peace (John 20:19, 21)

A. The right time, place, thing, people. Peace is the first, best word...

B. Of victories and defeats and the choice to be present or not

C. "You don't know how much it means to us to have you here!"
 

III. When Jesus Comes Into A Room, He Brings Purpose (John 20:21)

A. On being able or available...

B. A book in progress...it's a book called Acts, not a book called "Intentions..."

C. When necessary, use words!

D. "As the Father has sent me..."
 

IV. When Jesus Comes Into A Room, He Brings Power (John 20:22)

A. There is a logical, clearly discernable sequence in this passage: Peace, Purpose, Power...

B. There's power in the healing touch of a Christian!
 

V. When Jesus Comes Into A Room, He Brings A Promise (John 20:23)

A. How long does it take to be forgiven? How long does it take to forgive?

B. Only God can do this...
 

VI. Conclusion

A. A tale of two miracles...

B. "Yes, sir! I am allergic to something!"

C. When Jesus comes into a room he always brings something with him. He never comes

empty handed or empty hearted. He always brings peace, purpose, power, and promise.

He always brings just what we need at the very moment we need it.
Amen! Gloria Sola Dei!

Closing Song

Benediction