Subject: When I send someone!
June 02, 1982 19:30
Missions-Zentrum, Krefeld, Germany
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The sermon emphasizes the importance of believing in Jesus Christ and following God's will, as revealed through scripture and the message of the prophet. It warns against self-will and highlights the necessity of divine appointment and guidance in serving God.
The sermon discusses the importance of faith, obedience to God's will, and the acceptance of the divine message. It begins by reflecting on the peace and joy brought by the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, emphasizing that where Jesus' love shines, darkness cannot remain. The sermon stresses the need for believers to examine their hearts to ensure that God's grace is present daily, requiring a heart fully devoted to God.
The speaker references Joh 6:32, where Jesus declares himself as the bread of life, contrasting this with the disbelief of some who witnessed his works. The sermon highlights that those whom the Father gives to Jesus will come to him, and he will not cast them out, as Jesus came to fulfill the Father's will, not his own. This divine appointment is contrasted with those who act on their own initiative without God's specific commission.
The sermon further elaborates on the necessity of divine appointment, drawing parallels with the apostles who were commissioned by the Lord. It cautions against pursuing self-directed actions without God's guidance, which may lead to eventual disappointment or judgment. The speaker notes that those called by God are aware of their calling and the specific task assigned to them.
The sermon also touches on the importance of believing the message delivered through God's servants, even when it is unpopular. The speaker shares an anecdote about an individual who found assurance and healing through believing the message, despite opposition from others. The sermon concludes by encouraging the congregation to trust in God's faithfulness and to seek his guidance in prayer, emphasizing that God desires to come into His own and that believers should honor Him through faith.
The speaker references Joh 13, discussing the sending of someone by the Lord and the importance of receiving them. The speaker also touches on the idea that God has a purpose in revealing His will and that believers are meant to carry out that will. The sermon concludes with a call to prayer, urging the congregation to focus on God's desire to come into His own and to trust in His faithfulness.
The sermon emphasizes the importance of believing in Jesus Christ as the bread of life and following God's will rather than human desires. It highlights the need for believers to be set apart and trust in God's provision and guidance.
The sermon focuses on Joh 6, where Jesus declares himself as the bread of life. It contrasts those who saw Jesus but did not believe with those who are drawn by the Father and come to him. The sermon stresses the importance of doing God's will, as exemplified by Jesus, and cautions against pursuing personal desires without divine guidance. It also touches on the theme of divine appointment and the necessity of trusting in God's provision. The speaker shares an anecdote about someone who embraced the message and experienced assurance and healing, while facing opposition from others who claimed to be believers. The sermon concludes with a call to worship and a prayer for God's grace, guidance, and the fulfillment of His will.