You Are Mine!
God reminds us that we are His precious treasure, chosen and redeemed, and that He prizes us above all else.
Thomas Brooks emphasizes the profound truth that believers are cherished by God, who created, redeemed, and called them by name. He highlights that each individual is precious in God's sight, valued as His peculiar treasure and honored above all else. Brooks reassures the congregation that God's love and ownership extend to the weakest and lowest among them, affirming their worth and identity in Christ. The sermon draws from Isaiah 43:1, reminding listeners of their unique relationship with God and His unwavering commitment to them.
Text
"But now, this is what the Lord says--He who created
you, O Jacob, He who formed you, O Israel--Fear not,
for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by
name; you are Mine!" Isaiah 43:1
"You are Mine--for I have made you.
You are Mine--for I have chosen you.
You are Mine--for I have bought you, purchased you.
You are Mine--for I have called you.
You are Mine--for I have redeemed you.
You are Mine--for I have stamped My image upon you.
You are Mine--for I have put My Spirit into you!"
"You are precious and honored in My sight," Is. 43:4
God prizes His people . . .
as His "peculiar treasure;" Exod. 19:5,
as His "portion;" Deut. 32:9,
as His "pleasant portion;" Jer. 12:10,
as His "jewels;" Mal. 3:17,
as His "glory;" Isaiah 4:5,
as His "crown and royal diadem."
Yes, God prizes the poorest, the lowest, and the
weakest saint in the world--above a multitude,
yes, above a world of unforgiven sinners.
Sermon Outline
- You Are Mine
- God's Preciousness and Honor
- God's Sovereignty and Ownership
- God's Redemption and Calling
- God's Treasures and Jewels
- God's Glory and Crown
Key Quotes
“You are Mine--for I have made you. You are Mine--for I have chosen you.” — Thomas Brooks
“You are precious and honored in My sight,” — Thomas Brooks
Application Points
- Recognize and remember that you belong to God and are under His care and protection.
- Understand the significance of being redeemed and chosen by God, and live accordingly.
- Prize and honor God's people, just as He prizes and honors us.