Words of Encouragement -- Ajay Chakravarthy & David Lane -- October 9, 2022
http://rlcf.church River of Life Christian Fellowship 1306 N Lincoln Avenue Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA
Summary
The speaker encourages the congregation by drawing parallels between tasting God's goodness (Psalm 34) and the irresistible nature of finding hidden treasure (Matthew 13:44). He emphasizes that true spiritual treasure requires persistent searching, much like searching for gold. The core message is to remain diligent in studying God's Word, asking the Holy Spirit to reveal hidden truths, and imitating the faith and patience of those who have inherited God's promises.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
O taste and see that the Lord is goodBelievers are encouraged to taste and experience the goodness of the Lord so that they can share that spiritual experience with others.Psalm 34:8
The kingdom of heaven is like a hidden treasureJust as a man eagerly digs for a hidden treasure he has found, we must approach God's word with the hopeful expectation of discovering deep spiritual wealth.Matthew 13:44
Open my eyes to behold wonderful thingsWe should pray for the Holy Spirit to guide our reading of scripture every morning so we can personally encounter wonderful truths.Psalm 119:18
Imitate those who through faith and patience inherit the promisesBelievers are called to show diligence and avoid spiritual sluggishness by following the examples of those who patiently trust God.
Faith comes by hearing the word of GodSpiritual growth and faith are stirred by hearing God speak through His word, pulling us out of natural spiritual laziness.
God is a rewarder of those who diligently seek HimGod rewards those who earnestly pursue Him, and the ultimate reward of that diligent seeking is God Himself.
