The Posture Of Faith

Proverbs 3:5-6

Introduction

• For many people this week has been largely consumed with watching and preparing for Hurricane Dorian.

• I was reminded of when Jesus spoke to the storm…

I. The Posture of Faith - Trust God

A. The importance of Scriptural Context while studying the Word

1. Share the story of II Timothy 1:7 vs. II Timothy 3 (After posting II Timothy 1:7 on Social Media I was asked, "What about II Timothy 3?) I explained that "perilous times is defined in the context of the Scripture.)

B. God’s Word commands us to trust in the Lord.

Proverbs 3:5-6

5 Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

6 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.

1. What comes before these Scriptures?

2. What comes after these Scriptures?

3. What does the culture and time frame look like when this passage was penned?

II. The Posture of Faith - Be at Peace

Philippians 4:6-7

6 Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.

7 And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

A. Be anxious for nothing…

1. Weapons against fear!

a) Prayer will greatly assist you in overcoming fear. - James 5:16 says, “The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.”

(1) Pray your way through!

b) Worship breaks the power of Satan’s hold - Acts 16:25-26 "At midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the prisoners were listening to them. Suddenly there was a great earthquake, so that the foundations of the prison were shaken. And immediately all the doors were opened and everyone's shackles were loosened”

(1) Worship your way through!

c) The Word of God - Hebrews 4:12 For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.

(1) Word your way through!

B. God is:

1. Provider - Philippians 4:19 But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.

2. Healer - Psalms 147:3 He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.

3. Banner (Protector) - Song of Solomon 2:4 - “…and His banner over me is love.”

a) A banner is a royal standard and a symbol of identity

4. Peace - Ephesians 2:11-17 (Read & Expound)

Closing: The Posture of Faith

Relax - The battle belongs to the Lord

It all begins with faith in Jesus Christ