Introduction

Welcome, dear friends, to this gathering of hearts and minds in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. We are not here by chance, but by the divine appointment of our loving Father, who has drawn us together to bask in the light of His Word. As we gather in unity and fellowship, we are reminded of the words of the great Charles Spurgeon who once said, "Nobody ever outgrows Scripture; the book widens and deepens with our years." What a profound truth to hold onto, that the Word of God is an endless well of wisdom and knowledge, a treasure trove that never ceases to enrich our lives.

As we stand on the precipice of these profound truths, we will consider three main points: Perceiving the Power of God, Positioned as the Apple of His Eye, and Pursuing the Display of His Wonders. Each of these points will guide us in understanding the depth of God's love for us and the wonders of His mighty power.

Let us now bow our heads in prayer.

Dear Heavenly Father, we thank You for the privilege of gathering together in Your name. As we open Your Word, we ask that You would open our hearts to receive Your truth. Guide us in our understanding and help us to perceive Your power, to realize our position as the apple of Your eye, and to pursue the display of Your wonders. We ask this in the precious name of Your Son, Jesus Christ. Amen.

Perceiving the Power of God

The power of God is a vast and awe-inspiring subject. It's like standing at the edge of a grand canyon, looking out over the expanse and realizing that it's far bigger than we can comprehend. God's power is like that. It's bigger, deeper, and wider than we can possibly understand. But that doesn't mean we can't begin to grasp it.

When we consider the power of God, we might first think of His ability to create. He spoke, and the world came into being. He breathed, and life was formed. It's a power that is both terrifying and comforting. Terrifying because it's so far beyond our own abilities. Comforting because this same power is on our side.

But God's power isn't just about creation. It's also about sustenance. He doesn't just create and then step back. He creates and then sustains. He holds the world in His hands. He keeps the planets in their orbits. He causes the sun to rise and set. He sends the rain and makes the crops grow. His power is constantly at work, maintaining the universe He has made.

And then there's the power of God's love. It's a power that can soften the hardest heart, heal the deepest wound, and save the most lost soul. It's a power that is gentle and fierce at the same time. It's a power that never gives up, never loses hope, and never stops loving.

Finally, there's the power of God's presence. It's a power that brings comfort in the midst of sorrow, peace in the midst of turmoil, and hope in the midst of despair. It's a power that is always there, always available, and always ready to help.

Each of these aspects of God's power is a reflection of His character. His power to create shows His creativity and imagination. His power to sustain shows His faithfulness and care. His power to love shows His compassion and mercy. His power to be present shows His commitment and loyalty.

And each of these aspects of God's power is available to us. We can tap into His creative power when we need new ideas or solutions. We can rely on His sustaining power when we're feeling weak or overwhelmed. We can experience His loving power when we're feeling unloved or unlovable. We can rest in His powerful presence when we're feeling alone or afraid.

So, when we talk about perceiving the power of God, we're not just talking about acknowledging that He's powerful. We're talking about recognizing the many ways His power is at work in the world and in our lives. We're talking about leaning into that power, relying on it, and letting it transform us.

Because when we truly perceive the power of God, it changes everything. It changes how we see ourselves. It changes how we see others. It changes how we see the world. And most importantly, it changes how we see God. Not as a distant, impersonal force, but as a loving, powerful, and personal Father.

Positioned as the Apple of His Eye

As we consider the words of Psalm 17:7-8, we find ourselves drawn to the intimate imagery of being the apple of God's eye ... View this full PRO sermon free with PRO