Psalm 67:2 That thy way may be known upon earth, thy saving health among all nations.
Well top o’ the morning to all you beautiful people out there in Scrip-Bit Land. (smile) It’s a new day and with it comes new mercies, new beginnings and new endings, but in all of that the Word of the Lord still stands predominant, still prevails over the land. Sing a loud ‘Hallelujah!’ for that my people. Now Alexander Pope reputedly said that ‘A little learning is a dangerous thing,’ and it can be argued both ways. If you don’t know enough, you’re liable to make mistakes. But then again, if you have no learning, what can you do, of what use are you? And that relates to all things and topics. At least with a little knowledge, if you’re smart, you can ask questions. And that Friends is what we’re talking about today: knowledge of the Lord God Jehovah. I put it to you that a little knowledge of our God is much better than none at all. The writer of Psalm 67 was indeed learned in the Lord, that’s why it’s titled; ‘Let all the people praise thee.’ It’s a song of thanksgiving, gratitude and high confidence in the Heavenly Father, which begins thus: ‘God be merciful unto us, and bless us; and cause his face to shine upon us; Selah.’ (Ps.67:1) Ah my people, only if you’re acquainted with the Lord God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob will you be able to write those words. You must first know that He’s merciful, blessed, and provides emotional upliftment to those who seek Him. And why does the Psalmist call for these things? ‘That thy way may be known upon earth, thy saving health among all nations.’ Yes Friends, the most important thing on this earth is God’s Word, and our most important task is to spread it. And how is it to be spread? Jesus said it: ‘Go therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost; Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world.’ (Mat.28:19-20) Wow! What a daunting, but oh so worthy task! And note the promise of His presence always and forever. That gives us strength and assurance to go forth and spread the Word without fear. Here is an excellent example. It’s the story of Apollos, Bruh Paul’s associate. ‘And a certain Jew named Apollos, born at Alexandria, an eloquent man, and mighty in the scriptures, came to Ephesus. This man was instructed in the way of the Lord; and being fervent in the spirit, he spake and taught diligently (accurately) the things of the Lord, knowing only the baptism of John. And he began to speak boldly in the synagogue: whom when Aquila and Priscilla had heard, they took him unto them, and expounded (explained) unto him the way of God more perfectly (accurately). And when he was disposed to pass into Achaia, the brethren wrote, exhorting the disciples to receive him: who, when he was come, helped them much which had believed through grace. For he mightily convinced (refuted) the Jews, and that publicly; showing by the scriptures that Jesus was Christ.’ (Acts 18:24-28) Friends, that’s how it goes! Apollos, though very eloquent and learned in the Old Testament, only had a little learning re the New Covenant of Christ, but when Aquila and Priscilla heard him speak in the temple they took him under their wing and taught him the new way. He eventually became a popular missionary, even rivalling Bruh Paul in some believer’s hearts. That’s what the Psalmist and Jesus were seeking; believers spreading God’s Word upon earth, ‘thy saving health among all nations.’ And that ‘saving health’ my people is salvation; God’s saving grace. What good is knowing or hearing the Word if nobody accepts it, along with the saving grace that God offers? Isaiah rightfully declared: ‘The Lord hath made bare his holy arm in the eyes of all the nations; and all the ends of the earth shall see the salvation of our God.’ (Isa.52:10) Will we ever my brethren!That’s because the Lord has revealed His awesome might and power to all the world. Some of us know it, but many others don’t and it’s our job to teach it to them. Psalm 98 rejoices with Praise to God for His salvation: ‘O sing unto the Lord a new song; for he hath done marvellous things: his right hand, and his holy arm, hath gotten him the glory. The Lord hath made known his salvation: his righteousness hath he openly revealed (showed) in the sight of the heathen.’ (Ps.98:1-2) That’s the gospel truth people, acknowledged by none other than Bruh Paul in his missive to Titus. ‘For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world. Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ. Who gave himself for us that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.’ (Tit.2:11-14) There you have it Friends; strong words on salvation from the both the Old Testament and the New Covenant of Christ. To Him may all praise and glory be given for His super-human efforts on our behalf. And may we go forth, believing in Him and spreading His Holy Word to all the world as he asked. Salvation is meant for all, but you can’t get it unless you’re told about it. Friends, that’s our job. Let’s rise up sincerely this year and do it to the best of our ability. Much LOVE!…salvation is not a secret…but good news to be spread…to everyone…everywhere…
Well top o’ the morning to all you beautiful people out there in Scrip-Bit Land. (smile) It’s a new day and with it comes new mercies, new beginnings and new endings, but in all of that the Word of the Lord still stands predominant, still prevails over the land. Sing a loud ‘Hallelujah!’ for that my people. Now Alexander Pope reputedly said that ‘A little learning is a dangerous thing,’ and it can be argued both ways. If you don’t know enough, you’re liable to make mistakes. But then again, if you have no learning, what can you do, of what use are you? And that relates to all things and topics. At least with a little knowledge, if you’re smart, you can ask questions. And that Friends is what we’re talking about today: knowledge of the Lord God Jehovah. I put it to you that a little knowledge of our God is much better than none at all. The writer of Psalm 67 was indeed learned in the Lord, that’s why it’s titled; ‘Let all the people praise thee.’ It’s a song of thanksgiving, gratitude and high confidence in the Heavenly Father, which begins thus: ‘God be merciful unto us, and bless us; and cause his face to shine upon us; Selah.’ (Ps.67:1) Ah my people, only if you’re acquainted with the Lord God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob will you be able to write those words. You must first know that He’s merciful, blessed, and provides emotional upliftment to those who seek Him. And why does the Psalmist call for these things? ‘That thy way may be known upon earth, thy saving health among all nations.’ Yes Friends, the most important thing on this earth is God’s Word, and our most important task is to spread it. And how is it to be spread? Jesus said it: ‘Go therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost; Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world.’ (Mat.28:19-20) Wow! What a daunting, but oh so worthy task! And note the promise of His presence always and forever. That gives us strength and assurance to go forth and spread the Word without fear. Here is an excellent example. It’s the story of Apollos, Bruh Paul’s associate. ‘And a certain Jew named Apollos, born at Alexandria, an eloquent man, and mighty in the scriptures, came to Ephesus. This man was instructed in the way of the Lord; and being fervent in the spirit, he spake and taught diligently (accurately) the things of the Lord, knowing only the baptism of John. And he began to speak boldly in the synagogue: whom when Aquila and Priscilla had heard, they took him unto them, and expounded (explained) unto him the way of God more perfectly (accurately). And when he was disposed to pass into Achaia, the brethren wrote, exhorting the disciples to receive him: who, when he was come, helped them much which had believed through grace. For he mightily convinced (refuted) the Jews, and that publicly; showing by the scriptures that Jesus was Christ.’ (Acts 18:24-28) Friends, that’s how it goes! Apollos, though very eloquent and learned in the Old Testament, only had a little learning re the New Covenant of Christ, but when Aquila and Priscilla heard him speak in the temple they took him under their wing and taught him the new way. He eventually became a popular missionary, even rivalling Bruh Paul in some believer’s hearts. That’s what the Psalmist and Jesus were seeking; believers spreading God’s Word upon earth, ‘thy saving health among all nations.’ And that ‘saving health’ my people is salvation; God’s saving grace. What good is knowing or hearing the Word if nobody accepts it, along with the saving grace that God offers? Isaiah rightfully declared: ‘The Lord hath made bare his holy arm in the eyes of all the nations; and all the ends of the earth shall see the salvation of our God.’ (Isa.52:10) Will we ever my brethren!That’s because the Lord has revealed His awesome might and power to all the world. Some of us know it, but many others don’t and it’s our job to teach it to them. Psalm 98 rejoices with Praise to God for His salvation: ‘O sing unto the Lord a new song; for he hath done marvellous things: his right hand, and his holy arm, hath gotten him the glory. The Lord hath made known his salvation: his righteousness hath he openly revealed (showed) in the sight of the heathen.’ (Ps.98:1-2) That’s the gospel truth people, acknowledged by none other than Bruh Paul in his missive to Titus. ‘For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world. Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ. Who gave himself for us that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.’ (Tit.2:11-14) There you have it Friends; strong words on salvation from the both the Old Testament and the New Covenant of Christ. To Him may all praise and glory be given for His super-human efforts on our behalf. And may we go forth, believing in Him and spreading His Holy Word to all the world as he asked. Salvation is meant for all, but you can’t get it unless you’re told about it. Friends, that’s our job. Let’s rise up sincerely this year and do it to the best of our ability. Much LOVE!…salvation is not a secret…but good news to be spread…to everyone…everywhere…
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