Look to Our Glorious King
David Wilkerson's sermon encourages believers to trust in God's sovereignty amidst the chaos of current events.
David Wilkerson emphasizes the importance of looking to God amidst the chaos and turmoil of the world, reminding believers that despite the overwhelming events and moral decline, God remains sovereign and in control. He reassures the faithful that the Lord governs all nations and that nothing occurs without His knowledge. The sermon encourages Christians to find comfort in God's promises and to remember their worth in His eyes, urging them to look up to the heavens and trust in His care during difficult times.
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It seems the whole world is trembling right now over current events. Almost every day we wake up to another development that shakes our foundation, it seems. Within the last year the earth has experienced record-breaking floods, devastating fires that are wiping out entire towns, hurricanes, earthquakes. And then we have the rapid, indisputable moral decline of our society.
To the secular world, it must seem that no one is in charge. Nonbelievers are becoming convinced that no solution is left, that everything is spinning into chaos -- but God's people know this is not true. We know there is no reason to fear, because the Bible reminds us again and again that the Lord has everything under control. Not one single thing happens in the world without his knowledge and governance.
The psalmist writes, "The kingdom is the Lord's, and He rules over the nations" (Psalm 22:28). Likewise, the prophet Isaiah declares to the world, "Come near, you nations, to hear; and heed, you people! Let the earth hear, and all that is in it" (Isaiah 34:1). He is saying, "Listen, nations, and give me your ear. I want to tell you something important about the Creator of the world."
Isaiah states that when God's indignation is aroused against nations and their armies, it is the Lord himself who delivers them. "Behold, the nations are as a drop in a bucket, and are counted as the small dust on the scales ... All nations before Him are as nothing, and they are counted by Him less than nothing and worthless ... It is He who sits above the circle of the earth, and its inhabitants are like grasshoppers" (Isaiah 40: 15, 17, 22).
Isaiah counsels God's people, who are battered and troubled by world events, "Look up to the sky, to the glorious heavens. Behold the millions of stars placed there and remember that your God created and named every one. Are you not more precious to him than they? So, fear not!"
How can you doubt God's concern for you in your times of crisis? His Word is full of promises and hope, so cling to Him no matter what.
Sermon Outline
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- Current events causing fear and uncertainty
- Natural disasters and moral decline
- Perception of chaos in the secular world
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- God's sovereignty over the nations
- Scriptural affirmations of God's control
- The psalmist's declaration of God's rule
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- Isaiah's message to the nations
- God's power compared to the nations
- God's deliverance of His people
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IV
- Encouragement to look up to God
- God's care for His creation
- Assurance of God's promises
Key Quotes
“The kingdom is the Lord's, and He rules over the nations.” — David Wilkerson
“Behold, the nations are as a drop in a bucket.” — David Wilkerson
“Look up to the sky, to the glorious heavens.” — David Wilkerson
Application Points
- Cling to God's promises during times of uncertainty.
- Look to the heavens as a reminder of God's greatness and care.
- Share the message of hope and sovereignty with others facing fear.