The concept of Divine Governance refers to the sovereign rule of God over all aspects of creation, including human affairs, as described in the Bible. According to Psalms 103:19, "The Lord has established his throne in heaven, and his kingdom rules over all," emphasizing God's absolute authority and control. In Romans 8:28, the apostle Paul affirms that God works all things together for the good of those who love him, illustrating the notion that Divine Governance is not only powerful but also benevolent, as seen in the Shepherd's guidance in Psalms 23:1, "The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing." This understanding of Divine Governance is central to the Christian faith, reassuring believers of God's providential care and wise oversight in the world.
Horatius Bonar preaches on Revelation 19:12, emphasizing that God's eternal purpose is to govern the world through humanity, specifically through the Messiah, who embodies both Adam and God. Despite humanity's failure to maintain dominion due to sin, the promise of redemption and rightful rule remai
In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the urgency for people to wake up and take action. He highlights that God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit have all done their part, and it is now up to individuals to respond. The preacher warns that it is not just their own souls at stake, bu
In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of intercession and prayer in the mission of spreading the word of God. The key message is that the responsibility to pray for laborers to be sent into the harvest rests with the church. The speaker highlights that although God has already done s
In this sermon, the speaker discusses the inner turmoil and self-disclosure experienced by the disciples of Jesus during the events leading up to his crucifixion. The prophecy of Simeon to Mary about the sword piercing her soul is seen as being fulfilled in the hearts of the disciples. The speaker e
Basilea Schlink emphasizes the transformative power of earnest prayer, illustrating how persistent intercession can bring about miraculous changes in the lives of others. She highlights the responsibility of believers to step into the breach for those in need, using the example of John Hyde's ferven
In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the power of one person to make a difference in God's circumstances. He reflects on the difficulty of getting people to change and acknowledges that even God cannot force people to change. The speaker also highlights the importance of righteousness and truth-se
In this sermon, the speaker discusses the reliability and inspiration of the scriptures. They emphasize that while there may be some minor errors or copying mistakes in the transmission of the Bible, the overall record is absolutely reliable. The speaker then focuses on Daniel chapter 9, specificall
In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the exaltation of our Savior to another realm. He uses a personal anecdote about getting stuck on a farm and needing a long cable to pull the truck out of trouble. This serves as an analogy for how our Savior, through his intercession, lifts us up and saves us
In this sermon, Bob begins by recounting the story of Jacob's dream of a ladder reaching to heaven. He emphasizes that being a child of God is not simply about being a member of a church or participating in religious rituals. Bob passionately calls for believers to exercise their kingdom authority a
Leonard Ravenhill emphasizes the distinct yet complementary roles of preaching and praying in the life of a believer. He explains that in preaching, we represent God to humanity, delivering His message and truth, while in praying, we intercede before God on behalf of others, seeking His mercy and in