28th April 2019 - Cause Of Spiritual Dryness - Ian Robson
28th April 2019 - Cause Of Spiritual Dryness - Ian Robson
Summary
The speaker begins by leading the congregation in worship and praise, focusing on the triumph of Christ. The core message shifts to a prayer acknowledging God's mercy, forgiveness of sins, and the believer's new identity through Christ. The sermon concludes by referencing scripture passages (1 Peter 4:10 and John 1:12) and preparing to deliver a message from Ezekiel 37.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Call to worship and praiseThe service begins with a call for the congregation to set aside their burdens and lift their voices in praise to Jesus Christ, our triumphant King.
Singing of God's mercyThe congregation sings hymns focused on how Jesus took away the heavy load of sin and provides peace for the soul.
Prayer of thanksgiving and petitionA prayer is offered to cast all cares upon God, thanking Him for the salvation found in Jesus and asking for anointing on the minister's message.
God's promise of renewalReflecting on John 1:12 and Ezekiel 36-37, the speaker notes that God promises to cleanse His people and replace hearts of stone with hearts of flesh.John 1:12
The vision of the dry bonesIn Ezekiel 37, God shows a valley of very dry bones and commands the prophet to prophesy the word of the Lord to bring them back to life.
Removing the causes of spiritual drynessDrawing from Isaiah 58, the speaker calls for removing oppressive yokes, criticism, and gossip to experience God's promised life and strength.
Being a repairer of the breachGod calls His people to stop accusing others and instead stand in the gap as restorers of what has been broken.
Prophesying over your own lifeTo overcome dryness, we must not wait for Sunday but actively speak God's promises and His truth over our personal situations.
The purpose of God's restorationGod brings life and spirit back to His people so that the world will know He is the Lord who has spoken and acted.
A prayer for the breath of GodThe speaker calls for a deep desire to be filled with the Holy Spirit so that every part of our earthly nature may glow with divine fire.
Moving from paralysis to lifeUsing the man at the Pool of Bethesda as an example, the speaker encourages listeners to stop waiting for others and instead pick up their beds and walk in the purpose God has for them.
Young people sharing how God has movedSeveral young members of the congregation share personal testimonies of how recent teachings have helped them overcome discouragement and embrace the power of the Holy Spirit.
Surrendering every part of life to the Holy SpiritThe speaker reflects on a personal experience where the Lord prompted him to open every door of his life to the Holy Spirit's work and surrender to His transformative power.
Recognizing the urgency of our time on earthA camper shares how the theme 'now is the acceptable time' reminded her that every passing day brings us closer to death or the return of Christ.
Finding purpose in God's unique designA testimony highlights the beauty of being fearfully and wonderfully made by God for a unique purpose.Psalm 139:14
