23rd June 2019 - What The Lord Does For Us, Not What We Do For Him - (Psalms 23) - Ian Robson
23rd June 2019 - What The Lord Does For Us, Not What We Do For Him - (Psalms 23) - Ian Robson
Summary
The central message emphasizes that true discipleship comes from hearing and following the voice of the Lord, rather than merely attending church services or adhering to religious rituals. The speaker draws heavily from Psalm 23 and John 10, asserting that knowing the Lord means having a personal, intimate relationship with Him that supersedes mere membership. This relationship ensures that the believer will not be led astray by false teachings or worldly distractions.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Is the Lord your shepherd?Psalm 23 summarizes what our life on earth should be, beginning with the foundational truth that the Lord is our shepherd and we shall lack nothing.
My sheep hear my voiceJesus explains that His sheep hear His voice, are known by Him by name, and follow Him, while strangers and thieves only come to steal, kill, and destroy.
Seven things the Lord does for usRather than being occupied with our own service and ministries, we must look at what God does for us in Psalm 23, starting with rest, still waters, and restoration.
Guiding us in paths of righteousnessHe guides our feet in paths of righteousness for His name's sake, meaning we do not need to struggle to earn our own righteousness.
Fearing no evil or calamityBecause Christ broke every curse on the cross of Calvary, we do not need to fear evil, ancestral curses, calamity, or conspiracy.
A table in the presence of enemiesThe Lord prepares a table for us in the presence of our enemies, giving us the power of the Holy Spirit to put our flesh to death.
Anointing our head with oilHe anoints our heads with oil to clothe us with power so we can overcome our enemy and live with an overflowing cup of gratitude.
Goodness and mercy will follow meWe do not have to run after goodness and mercy; they will follow us everywhere we go because we follow our shepherd.
Be merciful just as God is mercifulWe are called to be kind to one another, tender-hearted, and forgiving, establishing a mercy seat in our homes just as God forgave us in Christ.
David's one-minute testimonyPsalm 23 functions like David's one-minute testimony, boldly declaring that the Lord is his shepherd who restores his soul after he slips.
Jesus has compassion on the helplessWhen Jesus saw people confused and helpless like sheep without a shepherd, He felt deep compassion and continues to restore us without a frowning face.Matthew 9:35
Anointed with the oil of gladnessBecause Jesus loved righteousness and hated iniquity, God anointed Him with the oil of gladness, and He grants the Holy Spirit to those who hunger for righteousness.Hebrews 1:9
