Let Us Take It Personally
God's love and actions are personal and specific to each individual, and He gives all of Himself to each of His children.
A.W. Tozer emphasizes the transformative power of taking a personal approach to God, illustrating that every act of God was done for each individual. He reflects on the significance of Christ's death and resurrection, asserting that it was for each person, and that the Holy Spirit's work continues within us. Tozer highlights the richness of God's mercy, reminding us that God gives all of Himself to each child, not in parts but wholly. This personal relationship with God allows us to claim the fullness of His blessings and grace. Ultimately, Tozer encourages believers to recognize the intimate and personal nature of their faith.
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What a difference it makes when we humans cease being general and become pointed and personal in our approach to God! We then come to see that all that God did was for each of us. It was for me that holy men spoke as they were moved by the Holy Spirit. For me Christ died-and when He arose on the third day it was for me. When the promised Holy Spirit came it was to continue in me the work He had been doing for me, since the morning of the Creation! So, I have every right to claim all of the riches of the Godhead in mercy given. What a blessed thought-that an infinite God can give all of Himself to each of His children!
He does not distribute Himself that each may have a part, but to each one He gives all of Himself as fully as if there were no others.
All that He is and all that He has done is for us and for all who share the common salvation.
Sermon Outline
- The Personal Approach to God
- The Riches of the Godhead
- The Common Salvation
- All that God is and has done is for us and those who share salvation
- The Godhead's riches are not distributed, but given fully to each
Key Quotes
“What a blessed thought-that an infinite God can give all of Himself to each of His children!” — A.W. Tozer
“For me Christ died-and when He arose on the third day it was for me.” — A.W. Tozer
“He does not distribute Himself that each may have a part, but to each one He gives all of Himself as fully as if there were no others.” — A.W. Tozer
Application Points
- Recognize that God's love and actions are specific to your life and circumstances.
- Claim the riches of the Godhead in your personal relationship with God.
- Experience the common salvation that God offers by recognizing that all that He is and has done is for you and those who share salvation.