Ever Mindful
C.H. Spurgeon's sermon emphasizes God's unwavering mindfulness and the blessings that flow from it.
C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes that the Lord has always been mindful of us, providing, comforting, and guiding us through all circumstances. He reassures us that God's unchanging nature guarantees His continued mindfulness and blessings in our lives. Spurgeon encourages gratitude for the times we have distinctly felt God's care and reminds us that His blessings are vast and eternal. The sermon calls us to bless the Lord for His unwavering attention and love towards us.
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The Lord hath been mindful of us: he will bless us. (Psalm 115:12)
I can set my seal to that first sentence. Cannot you? Yes, Jehovah has thought of us, provided for us, comforted us, delivered us, and guided us. In all the movements of His providence He has been mindful of us, never overlooking our mean affairs. His mind has been full of us -- that is the other form of the word mindfull. This has been the case all along and without a single break. At special times, however, we have more distinctly seen this mindfulness, and we would recall them at this hour with overflowing gratitude. Yes, yes, "the Lord hath been mindful of us."
The next sentence is a logical inference from the former one.
Since God is unchangeable, He will continue to be mindful of us in the future as He has been in the past; and His mindfulness is tantamount to blessing us. But we have here not only the conclusion of reason but the declaration of inspiration; we have it on the Holy Ghost's authority -- "He will bless us." This means great things and unsearchable. The very indistinctness of the promise indicates its infinite reach. He will bless us after His own divine manner, and that forever and ever, Therefore, let us each say, "Bless the Lord, O my soul!"
Sermon Outline
- I points: - God's mindfulness of us - Evidence of His provision - Examples of His comfort
- II points: - God's guidance in our lives - His unchanging nature - Historical instances of His care
- III points: - The promise of blessings - Understanding the depth of His blessings - Call to gratitude and worship
Key Quotes
“The Lord hath been mindful of us: he will bless us.” — C.H. Spurgeon
“His mind has been full of us -- that is the other form of the word mindful.” — C.H. Spurgeon
“Bless the Lord, O my soul!” — C.H. Spurgeon
Application Points
- Reflect on the ways God has provided for you and express gratitude.
- Trust in God's unchanging nature as you face future challenges.
- Make it a habit to bless the Lord for His constant care and guidance.