He Shall Dwell on High
A consecrated Christian is called to live a total life for God, walking in the resurrection life of Jesus and reflecting their royal heritage as a child of God.
A.B. Simpson emphasizes that living a fully consecrated life for God is far more fulfilling than a mixed existence filled with worldly distractions. He illustrates that a redeemed and sanctified soul is designed for greater depths, akin to a large vessel that thrives in deep waters rather than shallow pools. Simpson encourages believers to rise above their petty purposes and embrace the glorious life offered through Christ, walking in the light as heirs of God. He calls for a transformation to a higher existence, inspired by the hope of Christ's return and the resurrection life.
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It is easier for a consecrated Christian to live a total life for God than to live a mixed life. A soul redeemed and sanctified by Christ is too large for the shoals and sands of a selfish, worldly, sinful life. The great motor vessel can sail in deep waters without an effort, but she can make no progress in the shallow pool. In the crowded harbor, the smallest tugboat is worth a dozen of her, but out in mid-ocean she can outdistance it in an hour. Beloved, your life is too large, too glorious, too divine for the small place in which you are trying to live. Your purpose is too petty.
Arise and dwell on high in the resurrection life of Jesus and in the inspiring hope of His blessed coming.
Rise with thy risen Lord, Ascend with Christ above, And in the heavenlies walk with Him, Whom seeing not, you love. Walk as a heavenly race, Princes of royal blood; Walk as the children of the light, The sons and heirs of God.
Sermon Outline
- The Consecrated Life
- The Power of the Resurrection Life
- Walking in the Heavenlies
- Rise with thy risen Lord
- Ascend with Christ above
- Walk with Him in the heavenlies
Key Quotes
“Your life is too large, too glorious, too divine for the small place in which you are trying to live.” — A.B. Simpson
“Arise and dwell on high in the resurrection life of Jesus and in the inspiring hope of His blessed coming.” — A.B. Simpson
“Rise with thy risen Lord, Ascend with Christ above, And in the heavenlies walk with Him, Whom seeing not, you love.” — A.B. Simpson
Application Points
- Recognize that your life is too large for a selfish, worldly life and seek to live a total life for God.
- Rise with your risen Lord and ascend with Christ above to walk in the heavenlies.
- Live a life that reflects your royal heritage as a child of God, walking in the light of God's presence.