Hymn: Love Displayed
This sermon celebrates the glory and power of love, as displayed in Jesus Christ, and encourages believers to wait for His return to glory.
John Nelson Darby emphasizes the profound love of Christ displayed through His sacrifice, highlighting that no earthly joy can compare to the heavenly melody of praise for His atonement. He reflects on the suffering and grace of Jesus, whose love brings redemption even in the darkest moments. The sermon culminates in the anticipation of Christ's return and the joy of being united with Him in glory, celebrating the ultimate expression of divine love.
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WE'LL praise Thee, glorious Lord, Who died to set us free; No earthly songs can joy afford Like heavenly melody! Love that no suffering stayed We'll praise - true Love divine; Love that for us atonement made; Love that has made us Thine. Love in Thy lonely life Of sorrow here below; Thy words of grace, with mercy rife, Make grateful praises flow! Love that on death's dark vale Its sweetest odours spread, Where sin o'er all seemed to prevail Redemption glory shed. And now we see Thee risen, Who once for us hast died, Seated above the highest heaven, The Father's Glorified.
Soon wilt Thou take Thy throne, Thy foes Thy footstool made, And take us with Thee for Thine own - In glory love displayed!
Jesus, we wait for Thee, With Thee to have our part; What can full joy and blessing be But being where Thou art!
Sermon Outline
- The Glory of Love
- The Sorrow and Mercy of Love
- The Glory of Redemption
- The Future Glory of Love
- Seated above the highest heaven
- The Father's Glorified
- Taking us with Thee for Thine own
Key Quotes
“Love that no suffering stayed” — John Nelson Darby
“Love that for us atonement made;” — John Nelson Darby
“In glory love displayed!” — John Nelson Darby
Application Points
- We should praise and celebrate the glory of love displayed in Jesus Christ.
- We should wait with expectation for Jesus' return, when we will be taken with Him to glory.
- We should seek to experience the full joy and blessing that comes from being with Jesus in glory.