Taking Hold of Victory
Believe and take hold of the victory that lies in God's Word, trusting in His promises and matchless grace.
David Wilkerson emphasizes that God is faithful to His promises, assuring us that all things work together for good for those who love Him. He encourages believers to turn to God in prayer during overwhelming circumstances rather than seeking comfort from others. Wilkerson highlights the importance of patience and faith in God's unseen workings, reminding us that His grace is extended to the unworthy. He urges us to recognize the victory that lies in trusting God's promises and calling upon His name. Ultimately, we are reminded of the incredible things God has prepared for those who love Him.
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God is not mocking his children when he promises, "All things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose" (Romans 8:28). And he is not lying when he promises, "The eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and His ears are open to their cry ... The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears, and delivers them out of all their troubles" (Psalm 34:15, 17).
When we cry out to God for mercy and help, all heaven goes into motion on our behalf. It would be an incredible sight for our human eyes should the Lord let us see into the spiritual world; to behold the good things he is preparing for those who call on him and trust him.
Yet, when we are overwhelmed by circumstances beyond our control, we too often turn aside from our true Source of peace and victory. We rush to unburden our hearts to friends, pastors, counselors, and family members, searching everywhere for sympathetic advice instead of fleeing to the secret closet of prayer.
Because we do not have patience; because we live and act according to our feelings; because our flesh cannot endure delays; because we can't see visible evidence of the secret workings of God--we do like the Israelites and turn away from Him to make things happen to please our flesh.
Oh, the matchless grace of God - to choose the most unworthy, the weakest of them all--to be His instruments. God's promises to us are great and precious: "Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, nor have entered into the heart of man the things which God has prepared for those who love Him" (1 Corinthians 2:9).
God is still on the throne waiting for you to call on his name, so do not ignore the majesty and faithfulness of the loving Father. The Word tells us where the victory lies, so believe and take hold of it.
Sermon Outline
- I. God's Promises are Real
- A. God's promises are not mocking or lying
- B. God's promises are for those who love Him and are called according to His purpose
- II. The Power of Prayer
- A. All heaven goes into motion when we cry out to God
- B. God prepares good things for those who call on Him and trust Him
- III. The Dangers of Turning Away
- A. We turn away from God due to lack of patience and faith
- B. We seek human advice instead of fleeing to prayer
- IV. The Matchless Grace of God
- A. God chooses the unworthy and weak to be His instruments
- B. God's promises are great and precious
Key Quotes
“When we cry out to God for mercy and help, all heaven goes into motion on our behalf.” — David Wilkerson
“God is still on the throne waiting for you to call on his name,” — David Wilkerson
Application Points
- Take time to pray and seek God's guidance in times of trouble, rather than turning to human advice.
- Trust in God's promises and matchless grace, even when circumstances seem uncertain.
- Believe and take hold of the victory that lies in God's Word, and watch Him work in your life.