mercredi 29 mai 1985 19h30, Krefeld

mercredi 22 janvier 2025 19h30, Krefeld

Short Summary

Brother Frank emphasizes the importance of seeking true rest in the Lord Jesus Christ and upholding God's Word. He references scriptures from 2. Chronik and Hebräer, encouraging believers to maintain their faith and trust in God amidst life's challenges, highlighting God's faithfulness and the victory believers have through Him.

Detailed Summary

Detailed Sermon Summary

Introduction: Brother Frank opens with a reflection on finding true rest in the Lord and expresses gratitude for the opportunity to gather and honor Him. He references the song "Dem heiligen Geiste, der gnädig dich strahlt," emphasizing the importance of not suppressing the Spirit of God and upholding His Word.

Scriptural References and Exegesis: Brother Frank references 2. Chronik 14:8 and 15, recounting Asa's prayer and victory over a vast army by trusting in God. He emphasizes that God helps both the strong and the weak and that no one can stand against Him. He also references Hebräer 10:35, encouraging believers not to cast away their confidence, as it has great recompense, and to persevere in doing God's will.

Key Points:

  • Seeking Rest in the Lord: The sermon begins with the idea that true rest can only be found in the Lord Jesus Christ.
  • Upholding God's Word: Brother Frank stresses the importance of holding the word of God in high regard and not suppressing the Spirit.
  • Trusting in God Amidst Challenges: Drawing from 2. Chronik, he illustrates how Asa trusted in God and achieved victory against overwhelming odds.
  • Perseverance and Faith: He encourages believers to persevere and not lose their faith, referencing Hebräer 10:35-39.
  • God's Faithfulness: Brother Frank highlights God's faithfulness to those who call upon Him, referencing the story of Asa and the Israelites.
  • Victory Through God: The sermon emphasizes that with God, believers can achieve victory, even when they seem to be the underdogs.
  • Importance of Prayer: Asa's prayer is presented as a model of trusting in God and acknowledging His power.
  • The Day of Salvation: Brother Frank speaks of the present time as the "day of salvation" and warns against the coming "day of wrath."

Illustrations and Testimonies: Brother Frank shares personal experiences and testimonies, including a recent visit to Salzburg and a powerful prayer meeting in Zürich, where he witnessed God's healing and transformative power. He recounts how a sister who suffered from epileptic seizures was healed, and many others were moved to pray and seek God.

Exhortation: Brother Frank urges the congregation to remain steadfast in their faith, to not be discouraged by the apparent strength of their adversaries, and to trust in God's power and faithfulness. He reminds them that God is for them and that they should direct their prayers and trust towards Him.

Conclusion: Brother Frank concludes by reiterating the importance of seeking God in truth and setting their hope on Him. He expresses gratitude for God's continued guidance and blessings, emphasizing that God will lead His people to their ultimate destination. He encourages the congregation to trust in God, who is the same yesterday, today, and forever.

LESSONS – gemini-2.0-flash-001

Seeking True Rest in the Lord

Takeaway: True rest can only be found in the Lord Jesus Christ.

Reasoning: Many people seek rest in various forms, but the true and lasting rest is found in a relationship with the Lord.

The Importance of Upholding God's Word and Spirit

Takeaway: Believers should not suppress the Spirit of God and must hold the word of God in high regard.

Reasoning: The sermon emphasizes the need to not quench the Spirit and to treasure and heed God's word, recognizing the world is full of sin and wickedness.

Trusting in God's Deliverance

Takeaway: Place complete trust in God, for He is able to deliver His people from any overwhelming force.

Reasoning: The story of Asa calling upon the Lord demonstrates that God helps those who put their trust in Him, regardless of the size of the opposing force.

The Promise of Reward for Perseverance

Takeaway: Remaining steadfast and not weakening in faith will be rewarded by God.

Reasoning: Drawing from 2. Chronicles 15:7, brother Frank encourages the listeners to not let their hands slacken, for their work will be rewarded.

The Danger of Drawing Back

Takeaway: To turn back from faith leads to destruction, but holding fast to faith leads to the gaining of life.

Reasoning: Brother Frank references Hebrews 10:35-39, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and not shrinking back in fear, which leads to destruction.

God's Sovereignty and Victory

Takeaway: God is in control, and victory belongs to His people.

Reasoning: Even when the people of God seem to be the losers, with God, they will achieve victory. God is on the side of those who call upon His name.

The Importance of Experiencing God

Takeaway: Experiencing God is more impactful than merely speaking about Him.

Reasoning: Brother Frank shares a personal experience where the power of God was evident, leading to repentance and joy. He contrasts this with merely discussing faith without experiencing it.

The Power of United Prayer

Takeaway: United prayer, rooted in faith, can bring about miraculous results.

Reasoning: Brother Frank recounts a story of a family in great need who experienced healing and deliverance through united prayer, demonstrating the power of collective faith.

The Significance of God's Word

Takeaway: God's word is invaluable and should be cherished, guarded, and carried in the heart.

Reasoning: Brother Frank emphasizes that nothing has become as valuable as the Word of God. It is not just about religious practices but about the Word that moves, preserves, and carries believers.

The Day of Salvation and the Day of Wrath

Takeaway: We are currently in the day of salvation, but a day of wrath is coming.

Reasoning: Brother Frank speaks of the present time as the day of salvation, a day made by the Lord for us. However, he also mentions the coming day of wrath, urging believers to be aware and not be caught in darkness.

The Importance of Trusting God in Prayer

Takeaway: Prayer should be an expression of trust in God, not a struggle or a lament.

Reasoning: Brother Frank contrasts the common way of praying until one reaches a dead end with Asa's prayer, which was a declaration of trust in God's ability to help, regardless of strength or weakness.

God's Unchanging Nature and Promise

Takeaway: God remains the same, and His promises are steadfast.

Reasoning: Brother Frank emphasizes that God has not changed and continues to reveal Himself to those who seek Him in truth. He encourages believers to hold onto God's word so that He can uphold them.

SCRIPTURES

  • 2Chr 14:8 Es zog aber wider sie aus Serah, der Mohr, mit einer Heereskraft, tausendmal tausend, dazu dreihundert Wagen, und kamen bis gen Maresa.
  • 2Chr 14:9 Und Assa zog aus gegen ihn; und sie rüsteten sich zum Streit im Tal Zephatha bei Maresa.
  • 2Chr 14:10 Und Assa rief an den HErrn, seinen GOtt, und sprach: HErr, es ist bei dir kein Unterschied, helfen unter vielen, oder da keine Kraft ist. Hilf uns, HErr, unser GOtt; denn wir verlassen uns auf dich, und in deinem Namen sind wir kommen wider diese Menge. HErr, unser GOtt, wider dich vermag kein Mensch etwas.
  • 2Chr 14:11 Und der HErr plagte die Mohren vor Assa und vor Juda, daß sie flohen.
  • 2Chr 14:12 Und Assa samt dem Volk, das bei ihm war, jagte ihnen nach bis gen Gerar. Und die Mohren fielen, daß ihrer keiner lebendig blieb, sondern sie wurden geschlagen vor dem HErrn und vor seinem Heerlager. Und sie trugen sehr viel Raubs davon.
  • 2Chr 14:13 Und er schlug alle Städte um Gerar her; denn die Furcht des HErrn kam über sie. Und sie beraubten alle Städte; denn es war viel Raubs drinnen.
  • 2Chr 14:14 Auch schlugen sie die Hütten des Viehes und brachten Schafe die Menge und Kamele; und kamen wieder gen Jerusalem
  • 2Chr 15:1 Und auf Asarja, den Sohn Odeds, kam der Geist Gottes.
  • 2Chr 15:2 Der ging hinaus Assa entgegen und sprach zu ihm: Höret mir zu, Assa und ganz Juda und Benjamin! Der HErr ist mit euch, weil ihr mit ihm seid; und wenn ihr ihn suchet, wird er sich von euch finden lassen; werdet ihr aber ihn verlassen, so wird er euch auch verlassen.
  • 2Chr 15:3 Es werden aber viel Tage sein in Israel, daß kein rechter GOtt, kein Priester, der da lehret, und kein Gesetz sein wird.
  • 2Chr 15:4 Und wenn sie sich bekehren in ihrer Not zu dem HErrn, dem GOtt Israels, und werden ihn suchen, so wird er sich finden lassen.
  • 2Chr 15:5 Zu der Zeit wird‘s nicht wohlgehen dem, der aus- und eingehet. Denn es werden große Getümmel sein über alle, die auf Erden wohnen.
  • 2Chr 15:6 Denn ein Volk wird das andere zerschmeißen und eine Stadt die andere; denn GOtt wird sie erschrecken mit allerlei Angst.
  • 2Chr 15:7 Ihr aber seid getrost und tut eure Hände nicht ab, denn euer Werk hat seinen Lohn.
  • 1Th 5:4 Ihr aber, liebe Brüder, seid nicht in der Finsternis, daß euch der Tag wie ein Dieb ergreife.
  • 2Chr 14:10 Und Assa rief an den HErrn, seinen GOtt, und sprach: HErr, es ist bei dir kein Unterschied, helfen unter vielen, oder da keine Kraft ist. Hilf uns, HErr, unser GOtt; denn wir verlassen uns auf dich, und in deinem Namen sind wir kommen wider diese Menge. HErr, unser GOtt, wider dich vermag kein Mensch etwas.
  • 2Chr 14:11 Und der HErr plagte die Mohren vor Assa und vor Juda, daß sie flohen.
  • Offb 20:11 Und ich sah einen großen weißen Stuhl und den, der darauf saß, vor welches Angesicht floh die Erde und der Himmel; und ihnen ward keine Stätte gefunden.
  • 2Chr 15:2 Der ging hinaus Assa entgegen und sprach zu ihm: Höret mir zu, Assa und ganz Juda und Benjamin! Der HErr ist mit euch, weil ihr mit ihm seid; und wenn ihr ihn suchet, wird er sich von euch finden lassen; werdet ihr aber ihn verlassen, so wird er euch auch verlassen.

POWERFUL QUOTES

  • "With our God, we will achieve victory.""
  • "The Lord is with you, as long as you hold to Him.""
  • "Standfast endurance is what you all need.""
  • "If God is in the plan, dear brothers and sisters, then things look different.""
  • "In the name of the Lord, they had gone out against this superiority, and the victory was on the side of the people of God.""
  • "We look up to you, the Living One, the Truthful and Faithful.""
  • "God has already been able to have all things written in advance, which are still a few thousand years away from us.""
  • "God is for us. He has proven that.""
  • "In the word, God has revealed His will.""
  • "God is Almighty.""
  • "He is on our side because we are on His side.""
  • "The Lord went literally before his people, as he promised.""

PLACES

  • Tal Zephania bei Marisa Brother Frank references the valley where Asa's army positioned themselves for battle. Country: Not specified, Continent: Not specified
  • Heaven Brother Frank mentions those in heaven bowing at the name of Jesus. Country: Not specified, Continent: Not specified
  • Earth Brother Frank mentions those on earth bowing at the name of Jesus. Country: Not specified, Continent: Not specified
  • Under the Earth Brother Frank mentions those under the earth bowing at the name of Jesus. Country: Not specified, Continent: Not specified
  • Golgatha Brother Frank mentions Golgatha as the place where the power over Satan was won. Country: Not specified, Continent: Not specified

LOCATIONS

  • Brandham Brother Frank mentions the Gemeinde Brandham at the beginning of the sermon. Country: Not specified, Continent: Not specified
  • Marisa Brother Frank references the battle near Marisa from 2 Chronicles 14. Country: Not specified, Continent: Not specified
  • Gerar Brother Frank references the pursuit to Gerar from 2 Chronicles 14. Country: Not specified, Continent: Not specified
  • Jerusalem Brother Frank references the return to Jerusalem from 2 Chronicles 14. Country: Israel, Continent: Asia
  • Salzburg Brother Frank conveys greetings from Salzburg. Country: Austria, Continent: Europe
  • Zürich Brother Frank conveys greetings from Zürich and mentions a recent experience there. Country: Switzerland, Continent: Europe
  • Geislingen Brother Frank conveys greetings from Geislingen. Country: Germany, Continent: Europe

DATES

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PEOPLE

  • Asa Brother Frank discusses Asa's prayer and reliance on God in 2 Chronicles 14.
  • Sera the Cushite Brother Frank mentions Sera and his army as the opposition faced by Asa.
  • Azariah Brother Frank references Azariah's prophecy to Asa in 2 Chronicles 15.
  • Jesus Christ Brother Frank speaks of Jesus Christ as Lord, Savior, and the one who took on the form of a servant.
  • Paul Brother Frank references Paul's letter to the Philippians regarding the attitude of Christ.
  • Noah Brother Frank mentions Noah in the context of everyone having their own day and time.
  • Moses Brother Frank mentions Moses in the context of everyone having their own day and time.
  • John Brother Frank mentions John in the context of his service according to the Word of God.

ORGANIZATIONS

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TESTIMONIES

  • Zürich Brother Frank recounts a time when he was called to visit a family in great need, who had been praying and fasting for a week. He went with other believers, and they experienced a powerful move of the Spirit, with many, including young people, praying and weeping before the Lord. A sister who had been plagued by epileptic seizures was healed, and a brother who had been attending meetings for years experienced conversion and found peace with God. Geschwister Sieg
  • Süddeutschland Brother Frank shares that after years, some siblings came to the house where he often visited, sat around the old table, and listened.
  • Brother Frank expresses that nothing has become so valuable to him as the Word of God, which he carries in his heart, treasures, moves with, and is moved and preserved by it.
  • Brother Frank admits to often being ungrateful, even for sermons that greatly bless others, and desires that God would change this in him. He wants to avoid self-complacency and ingratitude towards God, who has revealed His Word in a wonderful way.

EMPHASIZED TOPICS

  • Trust in God and Standfastness Mit unserem Gott werden wir den Sieg erreichen.|Wir aber haben nichts mit dem Zurückweichen zu tun, das zum Verderben führt, sondern halten es mit dem Glauben, der das Leben gewinnt.|Werft also eure freudige Zuversicht nicht weg, sie bringt ja eine hohe Lohnvergeltung mit sich. Denn standhaftes Ausharren tut euch Not
  • God's Help and Overcoming Overpower Herr, um zu helfen ist bei dir kein Unterschied zwischen einem Starken und einem Schwachen.|So hilf uns, Herr, unser Gott, denn auf dich setzen wir unser Vertrauen und in deinem Namen sind wir gegen diese Übermacht ausgezogen.|Du bist der Herr, unser Gott. Kein Mensch soll dir gegenüber sich behaupten dürfen.
  • The Power and Presence of the Holy Spirit Wir wollen den Geist Gottes nicht dämpfen und auch das Wort unseres Gottes hochhalten und es beherzigen.|Ich glaube, wir alle brauchen diese neue Flamme von oben heran.|Wir benötigen seine Kraft, dann benötigen wir seinen Geist, dann benötigen wir, dass er mit uns vorangeht.
  • The Importance of God's Word Wenn uns dein Wort nicht gegeben wäre, woran sollten wir uns halten? Worauf sollten wir schauen, Herr?|Nichts ist uns so wertvoll geworden wie das Wort Gottes.|Im Worte hat Gott seinen Willen geoffenbart. Und nur wenn wir im Worte sind, sind wir im Willen Gottes und sonst nicht.
  • God's Faithfulness and Unchanging Nature Du bleibst derselbe, gestern, heute und in Ewigkeit.|Gott hat schon alle Dinge im Voraus schreiben lassen können, die noch ein wenig tausend Jahre entfernt vor uns liegen.|Er ist noch derselbe.

SPIRITUAL TOPICS

  • Rest in the Lord The sermon emphasizes finding true rest in the Lord Jesus Christ, contrasting it with the restlessness sought by some. It encourages believers to come together to meet the Lord and offer Him honor and praise.
  • The Holy Spirit and Obedience to God's Word Brother Frank urges the congregation not to quench the Holy Spirit and to uphold and heed the Word of God. He speaks of needing a new flame from above, as the world is full of sin and wickedness.
  • Trusting in God and Overcoming Adversity Drawing from 2Chr 14 and 15, the sermon illustrates how God delivered the Israelites when they trusted in Him and called upon Him in the face of a vast enemy army. It encourages believers to place their trust in God, assuring them that they will not be put to shame and will emerge as victors.
  • Standfastness and Reward The message emphasizes the importance of standing firm and not giving up, for those who persevere will be rewarded. It references Hebr 10, encouraging believers not to cast away their confidence, which has great recompense, and to continue in faith to the saving of the soul.
  • God's Presence in Times of Weakness The sermon acknowledges the disparity between the small number of believers and the overwhelming forces against them, referencing the historical account of Israel and contemporary situations. It asserts that with God on their side, believers form the majority, as everything is subject to Him.
  • The Day of Salvation and the End Times Brother Frank speaks of the present time as the day of salvation, referencing 2Kor 6. He contrasts it with the coming day of wrath and encourages believers to recognize the times and not be overtaken by darkness, referencing 1Th 5.
  • Prayer and Trust in God's Help Drawing from 2Chr 14, the sermon emphasizes the importance of prayer and expressing trust in God, as Asa did when facing a vast army. It contrasts this with believers who pray until they reach a dead end and succumb to unbelief. The key is to express trust in God, acknowledging that He helps both the strong and the weak.
  • Holding Fast to God's Word The sermon stresses the importance of adhering to God's Word, loving it, and allowing it to move and preserve believers. It contrasts this with those who depart from God's Word, whose names will be written in the sand, referencing Jeremia. The true God was forsaken, and there was no priestly teaching, but rather scribal teaching.

NON SPIRITUAL TOPICS

  • Political situation in Israel Brother Frank mentions the political situation in Israel, drawing a parallel between the small nation of Israel facing a large opposition and the people of God facing challenges. He emphasizes that if God is in the plan, the situation will be different, implying divine intervention and support for Israel.
  • Personal Undankbarkeit Brother Frank confesses to personal feelings of ingratitude, even towards sermons that greatly bless others. He expresses a desire to change this aspect of himself, aiming to avoid both complacency and ingratitude towards God.
  • Racial Stereotypes Brother Frank makes a generalization about the 'dark race' being always happy, contrasting it with a tendency to be overly concerned. He also shares a humorous anecdote about Brother Arthur's simple faith.

SUPERNATURAL EXPERIENCES

  • Healing of a sister from epileptic seizures A sister who had epileptic seizures was healed after prayer. The speaker was called to their house where they believed that his presence and prayer would bring healing. During the prayer, many were moved to pray and weep before the Lord, experiencing a powerful move of the Spirit.
  • A brother's conversion experience A brother shared that he had been attending services for years without a true conversion experience. He had a vision of the broad and narrow paths and realized he was trying to walk in between. After this experience, he was converted and found peace with God.

MARRIAGE

  • Marriage Brother Frank shares an experience of a family, including parents and in-laws, attending a service and rejoicing in the Lord, and expresses hope that more will come to find faith.
    • "Ich war sehr überrascht, nicht nur überrascht, sondern überwältigt von dem, was Gott da getan hat unter den Geschwistern, unter denen, die den Herrn gefunden haben."
    • "Ich weiß nicht, ihr werdet euch wohl bestimmt alle erinnern an die junge Schwester, die hier war gewesen zu Ostern, die hat sich taufen lassen. Und jetzt waren ihre Eltern mit, ihre Schwager waren mit und das hat mich sehr erfreut."