The Peace of God in Fearful Times
God's Word brings supernatural peace and immovable power to those who are obedient to Him.
David Wilkerson emphasizes the profound promise of God's presence as a refuge and strength during fearful times, reminding us that despite chaos and turmoil in the world, we can find peace through His Word. He highlights Psalm 46, which reassures believers that God is always with us, providing comfort and guidance, even in the darkest moments. Wilkerson encourages us to understand that God's supernatural peace is part of His divine nature, accessible to those who remain obedient to His teachings. The sermon calls on believers to trust in God's promises and to recognize the power of His presence in their lives.
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Consider one of the most powerful promises in all of God's Word: "God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, even though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; though its waters roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with its swelling. There is a river whose streams shall make glad the city of God, the holy place of the tabernacle of the Most High. God is in the midst of her, she shall not be moved; God shall help her, just at the break of dawn. The nations raged, the kingdoms were moved; He uttered His voice, the earth melted. The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge ... He make wars cease" (Psalm 46:1-7, 9).
God's Word is so powerful, so immovable, that he tells us, "You will never need to fear. It does not matter if the whole world is in turmoil. The earth may quake and cause mountains to crumble and oceans to swell. Things may be in complete chaos but because of my Word, you will have peace like a river."
Even now, as our world is in a fearful time and many are experiencing personal troubles and suffering, Psalm 46 echoes to God's people: "I am with you through it all. My people will not be destroyed or moved."
Try to grasp what the Lord is telling us in this psalm. Our God is available to us at any time, day or night. He is at our right hand, willing to speak to us and guide us, and he made this a possibility by giving us his Holy Spirit to abide in us.
Peter writes, "By which have been given to us exceedingly great and precious promises, that through these you may be partakers of the divine nature" (2 Peter 1:4). Supernatural peace is a part of God's divine nature and is available to all who are obedient to his Word.
Sermon Outline
- God's Promises in Times of Fear
- The Power of God's Word
- God's Availability in Times of Need
- God is available to us at any time
- God guides us through the Holy Spirit
Key Quotes
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” — David Wilkerson
“You will never need to fear. It does not matter if the whole world is in turmoil.” — David Wilkerson
“Supernatural peace is a part of God's divine nature and is available to all who are obedient to his Word.” — David Wilkerson
Application Points
- You can have peace in a world filled with turmoil through God's Word.
- God is available to you at any time, day or night, and guides you through the Holy Spirit.
- Experience supernatural peace by being obedient to God's Word and partaking of the divine nature.