Psalm 138

Quotes and Thoughts from the Sermon

If possible, read Revelation (all 22 chapters) this week. If it does not seem as familiar as you feel it should, remember, we learn in layers.

If you choose to follow Jesus, you are making a choice to be misunderstood.

It is odd how seldom that passionate praise and humility co-exist.

A word of caution – the more knowledge (of Scripture) we have, the more tempted we are to pride and arrogance. The more we know about God, the easier it is to live without him.

Scripture Associated with the Text and Message

John 14:6 “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me,”

Matthew 5:3 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

4 “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.

5 “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.

James 4:6 But he gives more grace. Therefore it says, “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.” (quoting Proverbs 3:34)

James 4:10 Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will exalt you

1 Peter 5:5 Clothe yourselves, all of you, with humility toward one another, for “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.” 6 Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, 7 casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.