This sermon encourages believers on how to glorify God within the context of the church building. The message emphasizes that the focus should always be on honoring God, regardless of the physical location or circumstances. It serves as a reminder to maintain a spirit of worship and devotion in all aspects of church life.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
God dwelling in the midst of His peopleFrom the beginning with Israel and the tabernacle, God wanted His house to be in the absolute center of the camp to teach the people that He must be at the center of their lives.Exodus 25:8
Jesus in the midst todayToday God does not dwell in physical buildings, but wherever believers gather in His name, Jesus is in the midst rather than pushed to a corner of our daily routines.Matthew 18:20
David blessing the LordWhen preparing to build the temple, David gave all the greatness, power, and glory to God, setting an example that we must never seek glory for ourselves.1 Chronicles 29:10
Recognizing the source of all blessingsEverything we have—wealth, health, and strength—comes from God's hand, and we must respond with thanksgiving and praise.1 Chronicles 29:12–13
Who are we to offer anything?Like a child giving a parent a gift bought with the parent's own money, we have nothing to give God that He has not first given us.
Our days on earth are like a shadowWe are temporary sojourners on a wilderness journey whose lives quickly fade away like a shadow when the sun goes down.
The glory of the Lord filling the houseJust as the glory of the Lord filled the temple when it was completed, we pray His presence will continually dwell in this hall.2 Chronicles 7:1
Closing prayer of surrender and worshipThe message closes with a prayer asking God to give the congregation the spirit of David, recognizing their own nothingness so that Jesus may be glorified.
This sermon encourages believers on how to glorify God within the context of the church building. The message emphasizes that the focus should always be on honoring God, regardless of the physical location or circumstances. It serves as a reminder to maintain a spirit of worship and devotion in all aspects of church life.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
God dwelling in the midst of His peopleFrom the beginning with Israel and the tabernacle, God wanted His house to be in the absolute center of the camp to teach the people that He must be at the center of their lives.Exodus 25:8
Jesus in the midst todayToday God does not dwell in physical buildings, but wherever believers gather in His name, Jesus is in the midst rather than pushed to a corner of our daily routines.Matthew 18:20
David blessing the LordWhen preparing to build the temple, David gave all the greatness, power, and glory to God, setting an example that we must never seek glory for ourselves.1 Chronicles 29:10
Recognizing the source of all blessingsEverything we have—wealth, health, and strength—comes from God's hand, and we must respond with thanksgiving and praise.1 Chronicles 29:12–13
Who are we to offer anything?Like a child giving a parent a gift bought with the parent's own money, we have nothing to give God that He has not first given us.
Our days on earth are like a shadowWe are temporary sojourners on a wilderness journey whose lives quickly fade away like a shadow when the sun goes down.
The glory of the Lord filling the houseJust as the glory of the Lord filled the temple when it was completed, we pray His presence will continually dwell in this hall.2 Chronicles 7:1
Closing prayer of surrender and worshipThe message closes with a prayer asking God to give the congregation the spirit of David, recognizing their own nothingness so that Jesus may be glorified.
