God Promises His Presence

July 24, 2022

God Promises His Presence

Sermon by Pastor Tim Block / July 24, 2022

Bible Text: 1 Samuel 12:20


Key Idea: God promises His presence

And Samuel said unto the people, Fear not: ye have done all this wickedness: yet turn not aside from following the Lord, but serve the Lord with all your heart; (1 Samuel 12:20)

The wickedness (evil) here refers to Israel’s demand for a new king instead of God as their King.


“You have done all this wickedness, yet…”  God is a God of second chances. He is God of grace, forgiveness and restoration.


“…turn not aside from following the Lord, but serve the Lord with all your heart;” 

Q: Do we long for God’s presence in your life?


And turn ye not aside: for then should ye go after vain things, which cannot profit nor deliver; for they are vain. 1 Samuel 12:21

Don’t be distracted. Don’t pursue empty things.

Q: What are the “empty things” you seek?


The presence of God will never let you down.

1 Samuel 12:22 – for the Lord will not forsake His people for His great name’s sake.

His promised presence is based on HIS unconditional love, not on YOUR performance.


Q: How will you respond to the promise of God’s presence?

 

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