Ye Shall Know That I Am the Lord
Knowing God is the highest privilege and the source of eternal life, and it is the greatest favour God can bestow upon us.
Andrew Murray emphasizes the profound significance of knowing God, as highlighted by the prophet Ezekiel's repeated declaration, 'Ye shall know that I am the Lord.' He explains that this knowledge is not only the essence of eternal life but also the ultimate privilege and joy for believers. The revelation of God's glory, holiness, power, and saving love in our lives is the highest favor bestowed upon us, providing strength and fulfillment.
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It is well known that the keyword of the prophet Ezekial, occurring more than 60 times, is this, "Ye shall know that I am the Lord." To know God is eternal life. It is the privilege, the joy, the strength of his people. God can bestow no higher favour than to make himself known. When his glory, his holiness, his power, his nearness, his saving love, are revealed in the soul, it has all.
(Excerpted from The Coming Revival, by Andrew Murray , pg. 43)
Sermon Outline
- The Privilege of Knowing God
- God's Desire to Make Himself Known
- The Result of Knowing God
- It has all
- Complete satisfaction and fulfillment
Key Quotes
“To know God is eternal life.” — Andrew Murray
“God can bestow no higher favour than to make himself known.” — Andrew Murray
“When his glory, his holiness, his power, his nearness, his saving love, are revealed in the soul, it has all.” — Andrew Murray
Application Points
- Make knowing God a priority in your life, and you will experience eternal life and joy.
- Ask God to reveal himself to you in all his glory, holiness, power, nearness, and saving love.
- Recognize that knowing God is the greatest favour God can bestow upon us, and be grateful for this privilege.