Words of Life
The Word of God is filled with words of life.
Psalm 28:1 (ESV) To you, O Lord, I call; my rock, be not deaf to me, lest, if you be silent to me, I become like those who go down to the pit.
David symbolizes the Lord as his rock. But then implores the Lord not for miraculous deliverance, but rather for Words of life. He says to the Lord "if you be silent, I ... go down to the pit (grave)."
God's Word keeps us from the darkness of death. But even more, they keep us from depression and anxiety for we know He hears us and answers us. He wants to speak and bring life. This is the theme of the Bible from Genesis 1 through Sarah's barren womb, to the Virgin conception, Word made flesh and the final culmination of redemption. We listen to His voice and LIFE SPRINGS forth.
The Word of God is alive. Apart from the Words of God, we are destined for death. Jesus said in John 6:63 (ESV) The words that I have spoken to you are spirit and life. God's Word sustains and saves. It's depths can never be fully plumbed.
How do we hear from God?
One: We start the conversation in prayer. Here David calls out to God for God to speak to Him. Prayer is a large part of hearing from God. To ask Him to speak and then expect it fully.
Two: Make church a priority. David petitions God saying, Psalm 28:2 (ESV) "when I lift up my hands toward your most holy sanctuary." David knows it is in the company of God's people where we hear God's voice. Most of the New Testament "you's" are plural in the original language. It seems when God wants to say something, He speaks corporately.
Three: Expect an answer and respond in worship. David sings expectantly: Psalm 28:6 (ESV) Blessed be the LORD! For he has heard the voice of my pleas for mercy. God longs to defend the cause of His chosen ones. Jesus taught us to pray and never give up. God will respond, our heart can trust in His saving word of life.
Four: Give thanks. Psalm 28:7 (ESV) The LORD is my strength and my shield; in him my heart trusts, and I am helped; my heart exults, and with my song I give thanks to him. The Lord responds to thankful hearts. The Samaritan leper was the one who returned to thank the Lord. The outcast was the one who received more than healing that day, he received salvation. God honors a thankful heart. In the long list of what we must put on as the saints of God, Paul ends Colossians 3 with this line: Colossians 3:15 (ESV) And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful.
Psalm 28:1 (ESV) To you, O Lord, I call; my rock, be not deaf to me, lest, if you be silent to me, I become like those who go down to the pit.
David symbolizes the Lord as his rock. But then implores the Lord not for miraculous deliverance, but rather for Words of life. He says to the Lord "if you be silent, I ... go down to the pit (grave)."
God's Word keeps us from the darkness of death. But even more, they keep us from depression and anxiety for we know He hears us and answers us. He wants to speak and bring life. This is the theme of the Bible from Genesis 1 through Sarah's barren womb, to the Virgin conception, Word made flesh and the final culmination of redemption. We listen to His voice and LIFE SPRINGS forth.
The Word of God is alive. Apart from the Words of God, we are destined for death. Jesus said in John 6:63 (ESV) The words that I have spoken to you are spirit and life. God's Word sustains and saves. It's depths can never be fully plumbed.
How do we hear from God?
One: We start the conversation in prayer. Here David calls out to God for God to speak to Him. Prayer is a large part of hearing from God. To ask Him to speak and then expect it fully.
Two: Make church a priority. David petitions God saying, Psalm 28:2 (ESV) "when I lift up my hands toward your most holy sanctuary." David knows it is in the company of God's people where we hear God's voice. Most of the New Testament "you's" are plural in the original language. It seems when God wants to say something, He speaks corporately.
Three: Expect an answer and respond in worship. David sings expectantly: Psalm 28:6 (ESV) Blessed be the LORD! For he has heard the voice of my pleas for mercy. God longs to defend the cause of His chosen ones. Jesus taught us to pray and never give up. God will respond, our heart can trust in His saving word of life.
Four: Give thanks. Psalm 28:7 (ESV) The LORD is my strength and my shield; in him my heart trusts, and I am helped; my heart exults, and with my song I give thanks to him. The Lord responds to thankful hearts. The Samaritan leper was the one who returned to thank the Lord. The outcast was the one who received more than healing that day, he received salvation. God honors a thankful heart. In the long list of what we must put on as the saints of God, Paul ends Colossians 3 with this line: Colossians 3:15 (ESV) And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful.
It is so easy to NOT be thankful. Our idol-making hearts can always erect a new golden calf as we wait on the Word of the Lord. But we must not settle. We can and must be thankful for where He has brought us to thus far. Our Lord is with us and guiding us. May His name be praised!
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