Everyone May Come
God's message of salvation is a universal invitation that is inclusive and available to everyone, and our future is in our own hands to choose.
A.W. Tozer emphasizes the profound beauty in God's approach to humanity, illustrating how salvation is offered through a humble Man who invites everyone to follow Him. This invitation is universal, highlighting the freedom of choice each individual possesses in responding to God's call. Tozer points out that every person, regardless of their status, holds the power to determine their own destiny through their choices. The quiet yet powerful voice of God beckons us to listen and respond, as our decisions shape our eternal future. Ultimately, Tozer reminds us that God has entrusted much of Himself to humanity, allowing us to choose our path.
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There is a strange beauty in the ways of God with men. He sends salvation to the world in the person of a Man and sends that Man to walk the byways, saying, "If any man will come after Me!" No fanfare; no tramp of marching feet! A kindly Stranger walks through the earth, and so quiet is His voice that it is sometimes lost in the hurly-burly; but it is the last voice of God, and until we become quiet to hear it, we have no authentic message. "If any man," He says, and teaches at once the universal inclusiveness of His invitation and the freedom of the human will. Everyone may come; no one need come, and whoever does come, comes because he chooses to.
Every man thus holds his future in his hand.
Not the dominant world leader only, but the inarticulate man lost in anonymity is "a man of destiny!" He decides which way his soul shall go. He chooses, and destiny waits on the nod of his head. He decides, and hell enlarges itself, or heaven prepares another mansion! So much of Himself has God given to man!
Sermon Outline
- The Universal Invitation
- God's message is for everyone
- The invitation is inclusive and universal
Key Quotes
“Everyone may come; no one need come, and whoever does come, comes because he chooses to.” — A.W. Tozer
“He decides which way his soul shall go. He chooses, and destiny waits on the nod of his head.” — A.W. Tozer
Application Points
- Recognize that God's message is available to everyone, regardless of their background or status.
- Take responsibility for your own choices and decisions, and understand that your future is in your hands.
- Be still and quiet to hear God's message, and don't let the noise of the world distract you.