My Times
Thomas Brooks emphasizes the importance of recognizing God's sovereignty over all times in our lives, encouraging trust and peace in His timing.
Thomas Brooks emphasizes the profound truth that all aspects of our lives, including sorrows, comforts, miseries, mercies, dangers, and duties, are under God's sovereign control, as expressed in Psalm 31:15. He highlights the significance of the word 'times' in the plural, indicating that every moment and season is orchestrated by God. This understanding encourages believers to trust in God's timing and providence in every situation they face.
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"My times are in Your hands," says David, Psalm 31:15.
Not only the times of his sorrows--but also the times of his comforts;
not only the times of his miseries--but also the times of his mercies;
not only the times of his dangers--but also the times of his duties,
were in the hands of God. It is observable the Psalmist does not say
time--but times, in the plural, to show that every point and period
of time depends upon the hand of God.
Sermon Outline
- I points: - Understanding the Sovereignty of God over Time - 'The Dual Nature of Times: Sorrows and Comforts' - Recognizing God's Hand in All Circumstances
- II points: - The Importance of Trusting God in Difficult Times - Finding Peace in God's Timing - The Role of Faith in Our Daily Lives
- III points: - The Assurance of God's Presence in Our Times - Responding to God's Timing with Patience - Living Out Our Duties in Light of God's Sovereignty
Key Quotes
“''My times are in Your hands,'' says David, Psalm 31:15.” — Thomas Brooks
“Not only the times of his sorrows--but also the times of his comforts.” — Thomas Brooks
“Every point and period of time depends upon the hand of God.” — Thomas Brooks
Application Points
- Trust in God's plan during both joyful and challenging times.
- Practice patience as you wait for God's timing in your life.
- Acknowledge God's presence in every moment, fulfilling your duties with faith.