======================================================================== GOD'S GRACIOUS PRESENCE AND ASSISTANCE by Thomas Brooks ======================================================================== Summary: God's promise of presence and assistance is a source of comfort, strength, and guidance for our lives. Topics: "God's Presence", "Divine Assistance" Scripture References: Psalm 46:1, Isaiah 41:10, Matthew 28:20, John 14:16, Hebrews 13:5 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ DESCRIPTION ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Thomas Brooks emphasizes the profound promise of God's constant presence and assistance in our lives, as stated in Matthew 28:20. He highlights that God is with us to own, counsel, comfort, strengthen, shelter, and protect us. This divine companionship not only helps us overcome our fears and doubts but also enhances our spiritual growth and diminishes our sins. Brooks reassures that God's presence is a source of blessing and glory, fulfilling every desire of the soul. Ultimately, he encourages believers to find solace and strength in the assurance of God's unwavering support. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ CONTENT ------------------------------------------------------------------------ "Lo, I am with you always," Matthew 28:20 This is a promise of God's gracious presence and assistance. Lo, I am with you, to own you! Lo, I am with you, to counsel and direct you! Lo, I am with you, to cheer and comfort you! Lo, I am with you, to assist and strengthen you! Lo, I am with you, to shelter you and protect you! Lo, I am with you, to strengthen your graces! Lo, I am with you, to weaken your sins! Lo, I am with you, to scatter your fears and answer your doubts! Lo, I am with you, to better your hearts and to mend your lives! Lo, I am with you, to bless you and crown you with immortality and glory! What can the soul desire more? ======================================================================== Source: https://sermonindex.net/speakers/thomas-brooks/gods-gracious-presence-and-assistance/ ========================================================================