Go! And Find Your Strength In God Alone - Psalm 73:25-26 Series

Go! And Find Your Strength in God Alone - Psalm 73:25-26

Introduction:

Today we gather to reflect on a powerful declaration of trust and faith in God, found in Psalm 73:25-26 (NLT):

"Whom have I in heaven but you? I desire you more than anything on earth. My health may fail, and my spirit may grow weak, but God remains the strength of my heart; he is mine forever."

These words were penned by Asaph, a man who struggled with doubts when he saw the prosperity of the wicked. Yet, through his struggle, he reached a place of profound trust in God alone.

Today, we will explore three key truths from this passage:

God Alone is Our Greatest Desire

God Alone is Our Strength in Weakness

God Alone is Our Eternal Hope

May the Holy Spirit open our hearts as we dive into His Word.

1. God Alone is Our Greatest Desire

Asaph begins with a question: "Whom have I in heaven but you?" This is a rhetorical question that expresses an exclusive devotion to God. He acknowledges that God alone is his highest treasure.

The Hebrew word for "desire" is chaphets (?????), meaning to delight in, to take pleasure in. Asaph is saying that nothing in the world compares to the joy of knowing God.

This is a reminder that the things of this world are temporary, but a relationship with God is eternal.

Matthew 6:19-21 (NLT) – "Don’t store up treasures here on earth, where moths eat them and rust destroys them, and where thieves break in and steal. Store your treasures in heaven, where moths and rust cannot destroy, and thieves do not break in and steal. Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be."

Jesus teaches that what we treasure most will control our hearts. If God is our greatest treasure, our focus will be on Him rather than the fleeting pleasures of the world.

Philippians 3:8 (NLT) – "Yes, everything else is worthless when compared with the infinite value of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I have discarded everything else, counting it all as garbage, so that I could gain Christ."

Paul echoes Asaph's sentiment—nothing is more valuable than Christ. If we truly desire Him above all else, our priorities will reflect that.

Imagine a child who has access to many toys but longs only for the embrace of their loving parent. That is how our hearts should be toward God—seeking Him above all else.

John Piper said, "God is most glorified in us when we are most satisfied in Him." True satisfaction comes from knowing and delighting in God. This is a profound truth that captures the heart of biblical worship and discipleship.

Too often, people seek satisfaction in fleeting things—wealth, relationships, achievements—but Scripture reminds us that true and lasting satisfaction is only found in God.

When our hearts find their deepest joy in God, we naturally glorify Him. Our lives become a testimony of His goodness, and our worship is no longer just an obligation but an outpouring of love.

Tha Apostle Paul understood that knowing Christ was worth more than anything this world could offer. His satisfaction was in Christ alone, and through that, God was glorified.

In practical terms, this means that when we prioritise God above all else—above success, comfort, or personal ambitions—we reflect His glory more clearly. Satisfaction in God leads to a life of worship, obedience, and joyful surrender.

May our hearts echo the psalmist’s cry: “I desire you more than anything on earth.” Because when we are most satisfied in God, our lives bring Him the greatest glory!

2. God Alone is Our Strength in Weakness

Asaph acknowledges that his health may fail and his spirit may grow weak, but God remains the strength of his heart.

The Hebrew word for "strength" is tsur (????), meaning rock, refuge, or fortress. This means that when our physical strength fails, God is our unshakable foundation.

The phrase "spirit may grow weak" speaks of emotional and spiritual struggles, but even in those moments, God is our sustainer.

Isaiah 40:29-31 (NLT) – "He gives power to the weak and strength to the powerless. Even youths will become weak and tired, and young men will fall in exhaustion. But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint."

Our strength is limited, but God's strength is eternal. When we trust in Him, we are renewed.

2 Corinthians 12:9 (NLT) – "Each time he said, 'My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.' So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me."