You are the God who works wonders; You have made known Your strength among the peoples.' --ISAIAH xliii. God knows this. When I purchased the tree the salesman at the garden store said to stake the tree but only to a certain height else the tree will not put down a good root system. Another blessing of grace is mentioned in the chapter, and that is that God has called us. The Israelites went up out of Egypt armed for battle.'. Transformed Vs. 14-21 lxxix. Sermon: Heaven - Reality or Myth? Prisoners have a number and are anonymous, but children of God have a name! #1 Sermon: Luke 24:13-35. . II. 17. This, My Daily Meditation for the Circling Year, "I have created him for My glory, I have formed him; yea, I have made him." In looking over an old . read more, Scripture: The Lord comforts the church with his promises. #1 Since you are precious and honored in my sight, Gods people are precious and honored by him because of his own choice to honor us. That which, like a sea, threatens to drown you will be a highway for your escape. That great axiom of the religious consciousness, which pervades the whole of Scripture, is rapturously, Rom. Look not back, then, except with Penitence, but henceforth say: "Lord, Thou hast been honourable, I will love Thee. Be bold and fearless, step out in faith! A child of God is a prince of the Divine line. On behalf of our Lord Jesus Christ, and _____ and _____, I welcome you here this afternoon as we witness and celebrate the love found between these two persons. Alexander MaclarenExpositions of Holy Scripture, February the Fourth Spiritual Buoyancy"When thou passeth through the waters they shall not overflow thee." You are especially honoured, O ye saints, for ye are "a people near unto Him.". The last of these notable words is "BELOVED." By Divine grace we have become honourable by character, for the Lord has sanctified His people. The Revised Version, instead of 'praises,' reads excellencies--and even that is but a feeble translation of the remarkable word here employed. When enemies are prevailing, and the way of truth is evil spoken of, many faint, and many turn aside, and do not plead for truth, nor stand up for the interest of Christ, in their hour and power of darkness: many are overcome with base fear, and either side with the workers of iniquity, or are not valiant for the truth, but being faint-hearted, turn back. Let me ask you a question: Are you a an Early Adapter or an Antique lover? Israel is God's Chosen People. If we cannot enter into God's inscrutable purposes in this respect we may at least feel that these pass into the arms of death "for us," i.e., in the sense of being warnings to us. I. Since thou wast precious in my sight, thou hast been honourable, and I have loved thee: therefore will I give men for thee, and people for thy life. read more, Isaiah 43 My Witnesses Vs. 8-13 This is a very special verse and message for me because God gave it to me during a very difficult time. Explanation and Commentary of Isaiah 43:4 God is here describing his sovereign choice of the Israelites as the vicarious nation through which he eventually will bless all the nations of the world. "When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; And through the rivers, they will not overflow you. Redeemed You Vs. 1-7 Because you are precious and honored in My sight, and because I love you, I will give men in exchange for you and nations in place of your life. Because we are claimed by God, we can know that we are loved, even when it seems we are lost and alone. These two parallel and antithetic clauses bring out striking complementary relations between God and the collective Israel. 1.CALLED III. Indeed, I was greatly burdened, but the Lord succoured me. Thou also art precious in my sight. Isaiah 43:1-28, Denomination: 7. read more, Scripture: First, he will favor his people above them all. The Grip of the Past He meant that in that picture the genius and the power and the grace of Turner were most abundantly expressed. 9. There has been a conflict between Divine love and Divine wrath, and the former has gained the victory. So the whole focus of this study is to simply say what the Lord emphasised to me during that time - and that is that despite the difficulty of a situation and despite the options that look limited in the natural, God is a God who makes a way. Mothers Song Im posting this, its from our 18th Annv. The sacramental host of God's elect has never had an easy road along which to journey. 1-2. I was going to highlight the really good bits but after doing that it was nearly all in bold so read it again and believe it as a promise for your own life as well for the character and purpose of God towards His people has not changed one little bit in the thousands of years since it was given. Nowhere in the Bible does God tell us that we need a certain educational level, or a certain IQ level, or even a certain income level to have and raise children x. Christians need to trust God enough to be willing to step out in faith. Adam naming the creatures. He knows we are weak and need a lot of help and support. What does it mean to be precious? "Since thou wast precious in My sight, thou hast been honourable, and I have loved thee. ciii. Isaiah 43:4; Psalm 139: 13-17; Selected God does this because of his glory (Isa 43:7), but importantly here, we see that he does this because of his great love for those he chooses. We have been ever since kept by His rich grace and preserved, and this also has endeared us to the Lord. He yearns over them with parental love (see Isaiah 31:20; 2 Peter 3:9). Read Isaiah 43:18 Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. As Israel's journey continues, their God ordained path became more difficult and culminated in a good old fashioned dead end with the sea in front of them and the armies of Egypt behind them! He created Adam from dust and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life. 8. read more, Isaiah 43:1-7 7 Reasons to Fear Not: These two parallel and antithetic clauses bring out striking complementary relations between God and the collective Israel. You may be in the place right now where you can see the mighty waters rising around you. Isaiah 43:4 Sermons: Since you have been precious and honored in my sight, and I have loved you; therefore I will give people in your place, and nations instead of your life. O Israel: Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are The simple truth is yes He does and He has gone to great lengths to demonstrate His love to all humanity. In many prophetic passages in Isaiah, the prophet foresaw a time of great difficulty for the Israelites - a time when they would be captives to their enemies. REASONS FOR REJOICING (Isaiah 12:1-6) Expository, Isaiah, Old Testament, Prophecy. Email: BDun106336@aol.com, ISAIAH 43:18-19 STARTING OVER PART 1 'Jesus Christ (Who) gave Himself for us, that He might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto Himself a peculiar people.' Indeed, I was greatly burdened, but the Lord succoured me. "Do not fear, for I am with you; I will bring your offspring from the east, And gather you from the west. It's all part of the walk. Blessed truth! Now why would He say this? God has even greater things ahead of us than lie behind. Verse 4 states the divine love in explicit, tender, straightforward ways. How can this be? 45, xxi. Free Access to Sermons on San Lucas 33, Church Sermons, Illustrations on San Lucas 33, and Preaching Slides on San Lucas 33. I WAS lamenting this morning my unfitness for my work, and especially for the warfare to which I am called. A Wet Promise Would all of those who attended in the little church, please stand for a moment. Power Point available upon request. 'Is there a way out of this impossible and difficult time?' Brief sermon outline Sermon Named and Claimed Isaiah 43:1 That which is true of Israel, is also true and even in a higher sense of the church. Baptist, 1. Holiness, The Promises of God to His Troubled People, Isaiah 43:1-7 The Promises of God to His Troubled People FEAR NOT OF:- I. He starts in verse 15 by saying 'I am the LORD, your Holy One, the Creator of Israel, your King.' Isaiah 43:1-3, Denomination: (1) Fear not, knowing you belong to the LORD. And one of them shall not fall on the ground without your Father." 4. This, John Henry JowettMy Daily Meditation for the Circling Year, October the Eighth God's Glorious Purpose"I have created him for My glory, I have formed him; yea, I have made him." Having a conscience void of offence towards God and man. It is in Isaiah xliii. Bible > Isaiah > Chapter 43 > Verse 4 Library Free Downloads eBibles Isaiah 43:4 "Isaiah 43:2. When we walk through a fire we will not be burned. I stood before one of Turner's paintings, and a man of fine judgment said to me, "That is Turner's glory!" 3. If you believe in Jesus and have put your faith in his name, then you are chosen by God (1 Pt 2:9). "I have redeemed thee." The result should be to treat our children with honor. Happy Birthday, Calvary Temple 1. The self existent, active, ever present God. I. Next, we become honourable by our possessions. And it is the will of God that man should express His glory, and by his righteousness and goodness witness to the, We shall notice first, this morning, the recipients of mercy--the persons of whom the Lord is here speaking; secondly, the deed of mercy,--"I, even I, am he that blotteth out thy transgressions;" thirdly, the reason for mercy--"for mine own sake;" and fourthly, the promise of mercy-- "I will not remember thy sins." read more, Scripture: 4. 'For I am the Lord your God that bringeth you up out of the land of Egypt to be your God: ye shall therefore be holy, for I am holy.'--Lev. Genesis 3:22-24, Hebrews 2:14-15, Isaiah 14:12-15, Isaiah 43:13, James 3:13-18, John 14:1-3, John 14:2 . To Venantius, Ex-Monk, Patrician of Syracuse [138] . Normally God wants us to remember the past so that we can bring to mind the previous deliverances and learn from our former mistakes. And the child of God becomes honourable in rank. Do you really think that I am going to forget you or let you go?' 1 But now thus saith the 13, viii. read more. When you go through rivers of difficulty, you will not drown. For God said, "If they face war, they might change their minds and return to Egypt." 3. Look again at how this chapter begins. 2. Isaiah 43:2 (with Daniel 3:0) The text contains I. Isaiah 43:1-28. ever since precious, and that was from all eternity; for though they became dishonourable in themselves, through the fall of Adam, and their own transgressions, and are dishonourable in the esteem of men, yet honourable in the esteem of God and Christ; they appear to be so, by their birth, by regeneration, being born of God; by their marriage to He also said that if it is planted in compost only, the roots will only grow to the edge of the compost and no further. Fire! About eight minutes without air, I am glad that I have a God who understands more than I do! He called us, and we answered the call. Right honourable in their service are the saints. I am the Lord that brought you up out of the land of Egypt, to be your God; ye shall therefore be holy, for I am holy. What He is doing is reminding them of their past [2] and in particular of a time when there previously seemed like there was no way forward. When you walk through the fire of oppression, Isaiah Chapter 43: God will make a way! A quick look at 'through' - the good and the bad! 1895. return to ' Top of Page ' Verse 2. Since thou wast precious in My sight, THOU HAST BEEN HONOURABLE." xiii. 43 But now, this is what the Lord says. 52-week preaching calendar to help you plan your sermons, Customizable sermon manuscripts for verse-by-verse preaching, Preach with creativity and impact throughout the year, Help your church understand God's plan in pain, Call your people to experience a higher freedom, Proclaim the gospel to the ends of the earth. "When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze. Assembly Of God, The crucial question is not, "Why do bad things happen to Gods people?" WBC 30/3/03 am That's why Jesus could say as God, Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. I. The Christian, moreover, is honourable in rank. Forgive the past, kindle in my soul a fresh flame of grace.". --DEUT, xxxii.9. Thus saith the Lord, your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel: I am the Lord, your Holy One, the Creator of Israel, your King.'--Isa. Sermons Through the Deep Water Isaiah 43:1-2 In the Potter's Hand Isaiah 64:1-9 God Forgives Our Sin Isaiah 6:1-8 Our God Is Faithful, 100% Luke 2:25-26 The Peaceable Kingdom Isaiah 11:1-10 All the Children of the World Acts 10:34-36, 43 Love Your Enemies Matthew 5:43-44 Friends and Enemies Matthew 5:43-44 Winning the prize Mark 10:43-44 (Exod 14:1-3). God still loves the world He pities them in their griefs (Psalm 103:8). Why, those words Thou dost put into my mouth to give back to Thee. Evangelical/Non-Denominational. ISA 43:5 Do not be afraid, for I am with you I will bring your children from the east and gather you from the west. As they were studying chapter three, they came across verse #2 and because I love you, God is love. Jeremiah 32:17, Luke 1:37, Luke 18:27. Maker, lover, and redeemer, God will pay any price and overcome every obstacle to be reunited with God's own. read more, Denomination: Nation after nation went down into the darkness before the conquering sword of Israel. When in the fire, when in the desert- what do WE need to do to leave God free to act and deliver us? Anonymous - Part 1, by Pastor Rob Ketterling Charles Spurgeon. Isaiah 43:4New International Version. You're mine. ", 1. TEXT: 2 Corinthians 1:4; Genesis 50:20; Rev. Well 2015 is in the books, one year of our life gone. Once God delivered Israel by making a path through the water, now water will make a path in the desert. 6): which means that each person's soul should in its penitence drink the tears, Sanctify unto me all the first-born.'--Ex. Instead of being like those who left Egypt of whom it is written: A New Work Holiness and Redemption. THE SEAL OF GOD'S LOVE IS THE GREATEST COMFORT TO THE CHRISTIAN HEART. 5, 6). 7. But they are as applicable to each individual member of the true Israel of God. A sense of heaviness came over me, but relief came very speedily, for which I thank the Lord. God says to Israel, "You are precious in my eyes, you are honored, and I have loved you" (verse 4). What has the 'sea' got to do with their current predicament? In divers ways the Great Worker has wrought mightily in us, and continued perseveringly to pursue His purpose. You that have the Revised Version will be struck with the more literal and forcible rendering of our text--"Ye that are the Lord's remembrancers, take, BLESSED and ever precious are the words, which came from the lips of our loving Lord, before he went to the cross. And He did provide and make a way for me as well in honouring and fulfilling His word. 8:1-11 A) How many of you here tonight would like to have a fresh start in your Christian life? Your journey also will lead to some over-whelming situations where there is no hope - save the action of God. The real King was still overlooking all that occurred. No longer would the children of Israel just have to look back to the stories they had heard from their youth of God's deliverance during the exodus from Egypt. The crucial question is "What is the purpose of my life?" read more, Denomination: ISAIAH 43:1-4.I HAVE REDEEMED YOU AND CALLED YOU BY NAME 1But now thus says Yahweh who created you, Jacob, and he who formed you, Israel: "Don't be afraid, for I have redeemed you. Did you notice that God made things easy for you when you were born again? (REVISED: 2017) What does God's calling a man by his name imply? 1. Perhaps you have strange temptations, you are placed in a position where you are constantly exposed to sin. (Psalms 106:7-8), We should be like the Psalmist Asaph who wrote: . I've called your name. 2. ISA 43:6 I will say to the north, `Give them up!' 'I am the Lord Thy God, the Holy One of Israel, Thy Saviour. The Persians, in other words, would overcome these nations and allow the Israelites to go free. The moral of the story you ask? Sermon: Heaven - Reality or Myth? INTRODUCTION The sermon is drawn from the Old Testament Reading, Isaiah, chapter 43. Isaiah 43:16-21, Denomination: I am now to commence the other department: MEANS TO BE USED FOR THE CONVICTION AND CONVERSION OF SINNERS. 4. The Revised Version, instead of 'praises,' reads excellencies--and even that is but a feeble translation of the remarkable word here employed. Through Jesus we were given "I have created him for my glory." verses 5-7: God would gather his people "from the end of the earth." 4. 1. I see the fields on fire, the, A TALK WITH A FEW FRIENDS AT MENTONE. This was the case with the Portland vase, which to any common observer seemed to be of very small value, but because of the extreme beauty of the design, the greatest potter of the age was ready to pay his thousands to possess it. In the holy Andrew MurrayHoly in Christ, A Call to Prayer and TestimonyMark well, beloved, how he would have his people to be in tune with himself! Isaiah 43 reminds us of twin facts in which we properly take comfort: first, God loves us because he made us. 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