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  PSALMS 71:3
  by Chuck Smith
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Summary: David's desire to dwell in God's house, not just to live within
His world, but to be in Him, is a model for our own relationship with
God.

Topics: "Intimacy With God", "God as Refuge"
Scripture References: Psalm 71:3, Psalm 91:1

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Chuck Smith emphasizes that God is our ultimate refuge and stronghold,
as illustrated by David's desire for intimacy with God, not just
dwelling in His presence but making God his home. He describes God as a
delightful place of rest and security, where believers can find peace
amidst life's storms, knowing they are safe in His embrace. Smith
highlights the joy and strength found in continually resorting to God,
encouraging believers to seek Him at all times for comfort and support.
The sermon illustrates that no one has ever regretted turning to God for
refuge.

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"GOD OUR RESORT"

Intro: David's experience in Adullam David's desire to be on intimate
terms not only

with but in God. Not only to dwell in the house of the Lord forever but
wanted

Lord to be the house. Not lust live within God's world, but in God.

I. GOD WAS TO DAVID A DELIGHTFUL REPOSE "BE THOU MY STRONG HABITATION"
BE MY HOUSE AND HOME.

A. What condescension on God's part.

1. The glory of heaven - angel's worship.

B. Man's own house he finds love.

C. A place of rest.

D. Joyful freedom.

E. Intimate knowledge.

1. Knew the Lord as he did the caves.

F. Home a place of tender care. "Take me home"

II. IN GOD PEACEFUL SECURITY "BE THOU MY STRONG HABITATION "MY ROCK OF
HABITATION."

A. Enter into Lord we are safe.

1. As Strong as the rock that enfolds us.

a. Blow winds - not slightest movement.

2. Great safety from enemies.

a. David watching Saul's men Eagle.

"No weapon formed against thee shall prosper and every tongue

that riseth against thee in judgment thou shalt condemn."

3. He who keeps thee neither slumbers or sleeps.

III. A PLACE OF CONTINUAL RESORT "WHEREUNTO I MAY CONTINUALLY RESORT."

A. There is joy here.

1. You may come anytime -all the time.

B. There is great comfort.

C. There is great strength.

"They that wait..."

Parable: Young man traded, and sold and prospered.

No man has ever resorted to God in excess.

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Source: https://sermonindex.net/speakers/chuck-smith/psalms-713/
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