The Biblical Illustrator - Psalms 100:3-5
Psalms 100:3-5Know ye that the Lord He is God. The claims of God“Man’s chief end is to glorify God, and to enjoy Him for ever.” There is a vast amount both of theology and philosophy in that simple answer, which our old divines have put into the mouth of a child. Were we to-day what we should be, it would be our element to love, to serve, to adore our God, and we should not need ministers to stir us to our pleasurable duty or remind us of Jehovah’s claims.I. Thy claims of God, on what are they... read more
The Biblical Illustrator - Psalms 100:1-5
Psalms 100:1-5Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all ye lands.WorshipWorship is at once the duty of all duties, the service of all services, the joy of all joys.I. It is founded on knowledge (verse 3).1. A knowledge of what God is in Himself--the absolutely good.2. A knowledge of what God is in His relations.(1) Our Maker.(2) Our Owner.(3) Our Preserver.II. It is developed in service. This should be--1. Gladsome (verse 2).2. Thankful (verse 4).3. Demonstrative.“With praise.” True worship does... read more