19th Nov 2017 - A Generation That Prepares Their Hearts For God (psalm 78:8)
19th Nov 2017 - A Generation That Prepares Their Hearts For God (psalm 78:8) - Ian Robson
Summary
The message emphasizes the responsibility of current generations to prepare their hearts for God, drawing from Psalm 78. It warns against becoming a generation that forgets God's works and lacks faith, urging believers to teach future generations to place their confidence solely in God. True preparation starts with the parents and leaders having unwavering confidence in God rather than in worldly achievements or possessions.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
A word we need to take seriouslyOpening the message from Psalm 78, the speaker warns that long-term churchgoers are in the greatest danger of becoming a rebellious and unfaithful generation if they do not prepare their hearts.
Putting confidence only in GodUsing historical and biblical examples, the speaker stresses that human abilities, achievements, and wealth fail in battle, meaning our confidence must rest solely in God.
Examples of godly legacies from grandmother to grandsonThe speaker points to Timothy's heritage and young King Josiah as biblical examples of how godly mothers and grandmothers impart genuine faith to the next generation.2 Timothy 1:5
Worshipping in the Spirit and guarding the heartTrue circumcision means worshipping in the Spirit, making no provision for the flesh, and diligently watching over the heart to prevent backsliding.Philippians 3:3
Confidence in God's loveThe first pillar is having absolute confidence that God loves us with the same profound love He has for His Son Jesus, protecting us from unbelief and fear.
Confidence to enter the holy placeBecause Jesus shed His blood for us, we can draw near to the throne of grace with confidence in times of need rather than treating His sacrifice cheaply.Hebrews 10:19
Confidence in God's sovereigntyGod is in sovereign control of all human affairs and geographical boundaries, as demonstrated in King Nebuchadnezzar's testimony.
Confidence in God's provisionBelievers are commanded not to be anxious or weighed down by the worries of this life, but to cast all their cares upon God and trust His provision.
The danger of worldly cravingsThe Israelites failed because their hearts harbored excessive worldly cravings and unfaithfulness, leading to God's judgment in the wilderness.
Seeking God behind closed doorsIn stark contrast to the rest of Israel, Moses and Joshua regularly sought God outside the camp in the tent of meeting, where God revealed His heart and word to them.Exodus 33:7–11
A concluding call to reach out to GodThe speaker invites the congregation to repent of worldly pursuits, set their hearts right, and reach out to God in prayer for an increased, unwavering confidence in Him.
