Subject: Psalm 71, 12-21: O God, be not far from me: O my God, make haste for my help!
November 21, 1984 19:30
Missions-Zentrum, Krefeld, Germany
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Brother Frank expresses gratitude for the opportunity to gather and praise God. He shares greetings from various individuals and congregations, emphasizing the importance of prayer for all people, including those in authority. He reflects on a recent trip, sharing experiences and observations from different places.
Brother Frank begins by expressing gratitude for the opportunity to gather and praise God. He shares greetings from Sister Penner, Sister Wolf, Geschwister Maurischat, and Schwester Vogt. He then reads from 1. Timotheus 2, emphasizing the importance of prayer, for all people, including those in authority, so that believers may live quiet and peaceful lives in godliness and honesty. He reflects on a recent trip to Singapur, Indonesien, Philippinen und Griechenland, sharing experiences and observations from different congregations and people he met. He highlights the importance of offering salvation and grace to others, and the need for reconciliation and forgiveness among believers. He also emphasizes the importance of relying on God's help and guidance in all aspects of life, rather than relying on one's own abilities or understanding. He references Psalm 71, expressing a desire to praise God's righteousness and proclaim His mighty acts. He concludes by encouraging believers to trust in God and allow Him to shape their lives according to His will.
Brother Frank expresses gratitude for the opportunity to gather and worship, emphasizes the importance of prayer for all people, and shares experiences from his recent travels, highlighting the need for God's guidance and the power of faith.
Detailed Summary of Brother Frank's Sermon
Introduction
- Brother Frank opens with gratitude for the gathering and the opportunity to worship.
- He encourages singing and praises God for His grace.
Themes of Worship and Gratitude
- Emphasizes the importance of recognizing God's grace and mercy in our lives.
- Quotes from hymns to illustrate the joy of worship and the acknowledgment of God's goodness.
Prayer and Intercession
- Highlights the necessity of praying for all people, including leaders and authorities, as instructed by Apostle Paul in 1Tim.
- Stresses that prayer is essential for living a peaceful and godly life.
Personal Experiences and Travels
- Shares experiences from his recent travels to Singapore, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Greece.
- Reports on the spiritual hunger and openness to the Gospel in these regions.
- Mentions interactions with local believers and the joy of witnessing reconciliation among them.
The Role of Faith
- Discusses the importance of faith in God's promises and the need for believers to trust in His guidance.
- Encourages the congregation to surrender their own wills to God's will.
Conclusion
- Calls for a collective commitment to prayer and intercession for others.
- Concludes with a prayer for God's continued guidance and blessing on the congregation and the world.