Established and Kept
C.H. Spurgeon's sermon emphasizes God's faithfulness in establishing and protecting believers from evil and fear.
C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the faithfulness of the Lord in his sermon 'Established and Kept,' reminding us that while we encounter unreasonable and wicked men, we need not be troubled by them. Instead, we can find solace in God's unwavering promises and His ability to establish and protect us from evil. Spurgeon encourages believers to trust in God's faithful nature, assuring us that He will fulfill His purpose for our lives and provide divine protection against all adversities. The sermon calls for a prayerful reliance on the Lord, who is our true refuge and source of strength.
Text
But the Lord is faithful, who shall stablish you, and keep you from evil. (2 Thessalonians 3:3)
Men are often as devoid of reason as of faith. There are with us still "unreasonable and wicked men." There is no use in arguing with them or trying to be at peace with them: they are false at heart and deceitful in speech. Well, what of this? Shall we worry ourselves with them? No; let us turn to the Lord, for He is faithful. No promise from His Word will ever be broken. He is neither unreasonable in His demands upon us nor unfaithful to our claims upon Him. We have a faithful God. Be this our joy.
He will stablish us so that wicked men shall not cause our downfall, and He will keep us so that none of the evils which now assail us shall really do us damage.
What a blessing for us that we need not contend with men but are allowed to shelter ourselves in the Lord Jesus, who is in truest sympathy with us. There is one true heart, one faithful mind, one never changing love; there let us repose. The Lord will fulfill the purpose of His grace to us, His servants, and we need not allow a shadow of a fear to fatal upon our spirits. Not all that men or devils can do can hinder us of the divine protection and provision. This day let us pray the Lord to stablish and keep us.
Sermon Outline
- I points: - The Faithfulness of God - The Nature of Unreasonable Men - The Assurance of God's Promises
- II points: - God's Protection from Evil - The Role of Faith in Our Lives - The Importance of Turning to God
- III points: - Finding Shelter in Christ - The Stability Provided by God - Living Without Fear
- IV points: - The Purpose of God's Grace - The Power of Prayer - Trusting in Divine Provision
Key Quotes
“But the Lord is faithful, who shall stablish you, and keep you from evil.” — C.H. Spurgeon
“We have a faithful God. Be this our joy.” — C.H. Spurgeon
“Not all that men or devils can do can hinder us of the divine protection and provision.” — C.H. Spurgeon
Application Points
- Trust in God's promises to find stability in uncertain times.
- Seek refuge in Christ to overcome the challenges posed by unreasonable people.
- Pray for God's guidance and protection daily to strengthen your faith.