We Serve a Righteous King
David Wilkerson emphasizes the majesty and righteousness of God as King, whose immutable Word governs all creation and assures His compassion for His children.
David Wilkerson emphasizes the majesty and power of God as the righteous King who governs all of creation with unchanging laws. He highlights that God's testimonies and decrees are reliable and eternal, as seen in the natural order and the movements of celestial bodies. Wilkerson reassures us that God, our Father, is compassionate and hears our cries, delivering us from troubles. He reminds us that the Bible serves as God's constitution, outlining His attributes, promises, and judgments, by which He rules justly. Ultimately, we are called to recognize the might and righteousness of the God we serve.
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The Lord rules over all of creation with majesty and power. His laws govern the whole universe -- all of nature, every nation, and all the affairs of men. He rules over the seas, the planets, the heavenly bodies and all their movements.
"He rules by His power forever; His eyes observe the nations" (Psalm 66:7). "The Lord reigns, He is clothed with majesty; the Lord is clothed, He has girded Himself with strength ... Your throne is established from of old; You are from everlasting ... Your testimonies are very sure" (Psalm 93:1-2, 5).
These psalms were written by David, who is testifies, in essence, "Lord, your testimonies -- your laws, decrees and words -- are irrevocable. They are utterly reliable." The author of Hebrews echoes this, declaring that God's Living Word is eternal and unchangeable (see Hebrews 13:8).
Think about it. There are laws operating in the universe that govern how things work, without exception. Consider the laws that rule the movements of the sun, moon, stars and earth. These heavenly bodies were all put into place when God spoke a word, and since that time they have been ruled by laws that God also spoke into being.
The New Testament tells us that this great God is our Father and he takes pity on his children. "For we have not an high priest which cannot be touched with the feelings of our infirmities; but was in all points tempted like as we are, yet without sin" (Hebrews 4:15, KJV). God hears our every cry: "The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears, and delivers them out of all their troubles" (Psalm 34:17).
We are also told that God is the righteous King who judges by his law. His Word is his constitution, containing all of his legal decrees, by which he rules justly. Everything in existence is judged by his immutable Word -- including his children!
Simply put, we can hold the Bible in our hands and know, "This book tells me who God is. It describes his attributes, nature, promises and judgments. It is his rule of law, from his own mouth, by which he rules and reigns." What a mighty God we serve!
Sermon Outline
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- God's Sovereignty over Creation
- The Majesty of His Rule
- The Immutable Nature of His Laws
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- God's Eternal Word
- The Reliability of His Testimonies
- The Unchangeable Nature of His Decrees
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- God as Our Father
- His Compassion for His Children
- The Assurance of His Deliverance
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- God as the Righteous King
- Judgment by His Word
- The Bible as His Constitution
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- Understanding God's Attributes
- Recognizing His Promises
- Living Under His Rule
Key Quotes
“He rules by His power forever; His eyes observe the nations.” — David Wilkerson
“Your throne is established from of old; You are from everlasting.” — David Wilkerson
“This book tells me who God is.” — David Wilkerson
Application Points
- Recognize God's sovereignty in every aspect of your life.
- Trust in the reliability of God's Word as your guide.
- Embrace the assurance of God's compassion and deliverance in times of trouble.