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QUOTES FOR REFLECTION “A proverb is a short sentence based on long experience.”~Miguel de Cervantes, Spanish author (1547-1616) “Proverbs are the palm oil with which words are eaten.” ~Chinua Achebe, Nigerian novelist (1930-2013) “A God wise enough to create me and the world I live in is wise enough to watch out for me.”~Philip Yancy, American author “God is always trying to give good things to us, but our hands are too full to receive them.”~Augustine, north African bishop and theologian (354AD-430) “To all life thou givest, to both great and small;in all life thou livest, the true life of all;we blossom and flourish as leaves on the tree.”~“Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise,” 1867 Hymn by Walter Smith “[Jesus'] body was for Him not a limitation, but an instrument so that He was both in it and in all things, and outside all things, resting in the Father alone.”~Athanasius, Egyptian theologian (296AD-373) “Most Christians probably tend to write God's presence off as a stuffy, philosophical category to be handled by tenured department heads in ivy-covered university halls. Or maybe [they confuse] God with a type of super-Santa Claus who knows when we're sleeping and when we're awake…But when we turn to Scripture, we find God's presence is relational and real, even gloriously manifest at times. The Bible promises that God will be with his people and that he will not forsake them.~Ryan Lister, Professor at Western SeminarySERMON PASSAGEProverbs 2:6-11, 9:1-18 (NIV)Proverbs 26 For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding.7 He holds success in store for the upright, he is a shield to those whose walk is blameless,8 for he guards the course of the just and protects the way of his faithful ones.9 Then you will understand what is right and just and fair—every good path.10 For wisdom will enter your heart, and knowledge will be pleasant to your soul.11 Discretion will protect you, and understanding will guard you. Proverbs 91 Wisdom has built her house; she has set up its seven pillars.2 She has prepared her meat and mixed her wine; she has also set her table.3 She has sent out her servants, and she calls from the highest point of the city,4 “Let all who are simple come to my house!” To those who have no sense she says,5 “Come, eat my food and drink the wine I have mixed.6 Leave your simple ways and you will live; walk in the way of insight.”7 Whoever corrects a mocker invites insults; whoever rebukes the wicked incurs abuse.8 Do not rebuke mockers or they will hate you; rebuke the wise and they will love you.9 Instruct the wise and they will be wiser still; teach the righteous and they will add to their learning.10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.11 For through wisdom your days will be many, and years will be added to your life.12 If you are wise, your wisdom will reward you; if you are a mocker, you alone will suffer.13 Folly is an unruly woman; she is simple and knows nothing.14 She sits at the door of her house, on a seat at the highest point of the city,15 calling out to those who pass by, who go straight on their way,16 “Let all who are simple come to my house!” To those who have no sense she says,17 “Stolen water is sweet; food eaten in secret is delicious!”18 But little do they know that the dead are there, that her guests are deep in the realm of the dead.
Steven Knight CBE is a screenwriter, producer, and director for film and television. He is best known for creating the TV series Peaky Blinders but he has also turned his hand to feature films, novels, comedy and even gameshows. He co-created the global TV quiz show Who Wants to be a Millionaire. His first film, Dirty Pretty Things, was nominated for Best Original Screenplay at the Academy Awards; Peaky Blinders won a BAFTA for Best Drama Series and his writing influences are eclectic. His subjects include chess, cooking, Dickens, Diana, Princess of Wales; the origins of the SAS and a Star Wars sequel. Steven was born in 1959, the youngest of seven children to George and Ida Knight. He grew up in Birmingham where his father hoped that his five sons would follow him into the blacksmith's business. After studying English at University College London, Steven returned to Birmingham and began his career writing radio commercials. He was soon back down in London working at Capital Radio which then led to a career writing comedy for TV, then novels, and eventually screenplays. He is as respected in Hollywood as he is in the UK and more recently he has been instrumental in setting up a new TV and Film studio complex in Birmingham, Digbeth Loc. He is married with seven children and lives in Gloucestershire.DISC ONE: I Want You - Bob Dylan DISC TWO: Summertime - Ella Fitzgerald DISC THREE: Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise. Performed by Worcester Cathedral Choir / Worcester Festival Choral Society, directed by Donald Hunt DISC FOUR: Redemption Song - Bob Marley & The Wailers DISC FIVE: A Different Corner - George Michael DISC SIX: Messetchinko Lio (You, Little Moon) - Le Mystère Des Voix Bulgares DISC SEVEN: Red Right Hand - Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds DISC EIGHT: Keep Right On Until the End of the Road - Harry Lauder BOOK CHOICE: The Greek Myths by Robert Graves LUXURY ITEM: A solar powered laptop CASTAWAY'S FAVOURITE: Keep Right On Until the End of the Road - Harry Lauder Presenter: Lauren Laverne Producer: Sarah Taylor
Episode 41 – Jazz Comes to Church (June 6, 2024)Our two co-hosts talk about bringing jazz into a worship service. How and where does it fit? Bill Carter has been doing this for decades, so he shares some musical examples. Music in this episode: “Sabbath Song,” “Pass the Plate,” by Bill Carter and used by permission from Presbybop Music (BMI). “Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise” arranged by Bill Carter. Previously unrecorded.Theme music: "All Thumbs" from Faith in a New Key, Bill Carter and the Presbybop Quartet Music used by permission from Presbybop Music (BMI) Announcer: Chris Norton© Presbybop Music.Support the Show.
Imagine sitting across from a beloved family member, the one whose influence deeply rooted your faith through the timeless echoes of hymnody. That's precisely the journey we embark upon with my aunt, Faye Peavyhouse, in our latest episode. Together, we unravel the history and theological power of "Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise," accompanied by the captivating Welsh melody "St. Denio." As the notes of Nathan Drake's poignant rendition fill the room, we celebrate not just the hymn itself but the powerful way in which such sacred music can shape our lives and beliefs.And don't forget to join us next week for a special season finale, where we uncover more enriching insights from my Aunt Faye, and we round off our series with grace and a little extra bonus music.SHOW LINKS:“Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise” from 2012 Halifax Minister Service in Halifax, England."Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise” performed by Nathan Drake of Reawaken Hymns with chord charts and many other church music resources."Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise” appears on the album Hymns of the Father available here.Support the show www.thebrightforever.comAll songs used by permission.
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Sunday February 18, 2024. Life of Solomon: Wisdom and Folly in God's Kingdom. "God Only Wise," a sermon on 2 Kings 3 from Dr. Sean Michael Lucas.
Pastor Zac Hess - The wisdom of God compels us to worship Him and walk in virtue.
St. Andrew Lutheran Church, Farmersville, Ohio October 22, 2023 Twenty-First Sunday after Pentecost Announcements Prelude Opening Hymn - "Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise" - LBW #526 Responsive Reading Children's Sermon First Lesson - Isaiah 25:6-9 Second Lesson - Philippians 4:4-13 Hymn - "'Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus" Gospel - Matthew 22:1-14 Sermon - "How to Be the Church: Being Patient, Gracious, and Inviting" Song - "Living Hope" Apostles' Creed Offering Offertory - "Praise From, Whom All Blessings Flow" - LBW #565 Prayers of the Church and Lord's Prayer Benediction Exodus Hymn - "Give to Our God Immortal Praise!" - LBW #520 Dismissal For the video version of today's service, please visit https://youtu.be/3J6dcnNIRwI May God bless you now and always!
What's In A Hymn is a once a week podcast series from Wandsworth Church. Rev Geoff Coyne reflects on the Biblical truths contained in some of the traditional hymns that generations of Christians have sung.
Today on Gospel in Life we're sharing a special worship service of praise to God for Tim Keller's life and ministry. The memorial took place on August 15, 2023 at Saint Patrick's Cathedral in New York City. To access the service program or view a video recording of the full service made available thanks to Redeemer City to City, visit gospelinlife.com/memorial. Order of Service and Timestamps: Opening — Rev. Michael Keller [01:01] Welcome — Cardinal Dolan [01:19] Introduction — Rev. Michael Keller [01:46] Hymn — Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise [07:06] Hymn & Intro — Amazing Love, How Can It Be? [09:11] Scripture Reading — John 14, 1 Corinthians 15 [13:58] Max McLean — Weight of Glory, Mere Christianity [16:50] Hymn & Intro — How Firm a Foundation [19:36] Scripture Reading — 2 Corinthians 4, Romans 8 [24:12] Graham Howell — Remembrances of Tim Keller [27:15] Glen Kleinknecht — Remembrances of Tim Keller [31:28] Kathy Keller — Remembrances of Tim Keller [38:14] John Keller — Remembrances of Tim Keller [42:54] David Keller — Prayer [45:50] Hymn & Intro — Jesus Lives and So Shall I [47:31] Scripture Reading — Mark 10:35-45 [51:33] Homily — Rev. Sam Allberry [53:32] Hymn & Intro — For All the Saints, Who from their Labor Rest [01:11:01] Closing Sentences and Prayer — Rev Sam Allberry [01:15:33] Benediction — Rev. Michael Keller [01:16:53] Closing Hymn — There Is a Redeemer [01:17:36] Closing Remarks — Rev. Michael Keller [01:21:13] This podcast is brought to you by Gospel in Life, the site for all sermons, books, study guides and resources from Timothy Keller and Redeemer Presbyterian Church. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://gospelinlife.com/give and making a one-time or recurring donation.
The fourth sermon in a sermon series on the First Letter of Paul to Timothy, 1 Timothy 1.17. Support the show
In this conversation Craig gets to visit with Dr. Brittany Wilson associate professor of New Testament at Duke University Divinity School about her book, Embodying God: Seeing the Divine in Luke-Acts and the Early Church, and the different ways that ways we can be enabled to consider the presence of God. One of the things that this book creates is a little bit of a conflict with the classic hymn, Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise. Rather we end up finding that God is not always so invisible. Relying on both in the Hebrew tradition that Luke leans on, as well as the way he uses language to describe the presence of Jesus in the Gospel of Luke and the way Jesus maintains his presence through the Holy Spirit in the Book of Acts.Along the way we pick up other ideas of how this book, and the ideas presented in it, can be helpful in congregational settings. We get a bit curious about whether or not the concept of God's embodiment plays out in charismatic churches. And conclude with a bit of conversation about the Durham Bulls minor League Baseball team.You can follow Professor Brittany Wilson's work at her faculty page at Duke divinity school: https://divinity.duke.edu/faculty/brittany-e-wilson
Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss what it means that God is Eternal and Immutable.Questions Covered in This Episode:What's an incommunicable attribute? How is this different from a communicable attribute?Am I an eternal creature?What does eternal mean?Why is this crucial to our view of God?What verse identifies that God is eternal?What does it mean to say that God is immutable?Why does suggesting that God changes present problems?What about passages that seem to indicate that God didn't know or changed his mind?Why is this good news for us?Helpful Definitions:Genesis 1-2, 1 Timothy 1:17, Ecclesiastes 3:11, Psalm 92, Revelation 21:6, Colossians 1:15-20, Genesis 18:16-33, Exodus 32:7-14, James 1:17, Malachi 3:6, Numbers 23:19, Exodus 3:14, Psalm 90:12Incommunicable Attribute: Things that are true about God, that are only true of God and are not true of anyone else.Communicable Attribute: Things that are true about God, that can also become true of us.Eternal: Not bound by time.Deism: The belief that God created something and then stepped away from his creation. God is absent and careless about his creation. Pantheism: The belief that God is a 1:1 correlation with His creation. God is powerless because he is his creation.Immutable: From eternity past to eternity future God is unchanging. God is always the same.Omniscient: All things are known effortlessly and instantly.Omnipotent: All powerful.Archetypal Knowledge: The knowledge that God has of Himself alone.Ectypal Knowledge: The knowledge that God offers His creatures that we can have through general revelation through His creation, through special revelation in scripture, and in Christ.Anthropomorphic: A way of expressing, in humanly understandable terms, something that is true.Resources Mentioned in This Episode:“None Like Him” by Jen Wilkin“Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise” by Jaron & Katherine KaminAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Knowing Faith.Sponsors:Discover how Midwestern Seminary can equip you to more faithfully serve your church through formal theological education or FREE For the Church resources we provide: mbts.edu/KnowingFaithOur Sister Podcasts:The Family Discipleship Podcast | Confronting ChristianitySupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurch
Pastor Tom Siefert brings the message, "God Only Wise." We live in a world that often appears chaotic, so even the experiences of our personal lives can seem pointless and random. The reality is that everything in the world and our lives is being guided by the wisdom of God. This gives us hope when things are confusing. Despite how it looks, God is working everything toward the design He has ordained.
If you are facing a difficulty you don't know how to bear, a decision you don't know how to make, or a complicated relationship you don't know how to navigate, what you're feeling is the need for wisdom. This simple yet profound passage is a great poetic hymn to wisdom, and it shows us that we can only find wisdom in God. In this sermon, we will see 1) The absolute importance of wisdom; 2) The only source of wisdom (God); and 3) How you can get wisdom. This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on May 22, 2011. Series: To Know the Living God – The Adequacy of God. Scripture: Job 28:9-15; 20-28. Today's podcast is brought to you by Gospel in Life, the site for all sermons, books, study guides and resources from Timothy Keller and Redeemer Presbyterian Church. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://gospelinlife.com/give and making a one-time or recurring donation.
A new MP3 sermon from Grace Presbyterian Mt. Laurel, NJ is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise Subtitle: The Pastoral Epistles Speaker: Matthew Fisher Broadcaster: Grace Presbyterian Mt. Laurel, NJ Event: Sunday - AM Date: 7/24/2022 Bible: 1 Timothy 1:17 Length: 39 min.
This is the Day & Immortal Invisible God Only Wise Opening Music from the July 17, 2022 Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio Jonathan Mann, Pastor
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Liturgical Date: Trinity Sunday Calendar Date: June 12, 2022 Order of Service: Service of Prayer & Preaching Hymns: #802, "Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise" #498, "Come, Holy Ghost, Creator Blest" #578, "Thy Strong Word" #798, "The God of Abraham Praise" Sermon Theme: Our Majestic Triune God Sermon Text: Psalm 8 Other Lectionary Readings: Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31 Acts 2:14, 22-36 John 8:48-59
PreludeWelcome & News of the ChurchCall to WorshipHymn of Praise - (#323) "Holy, Holy, Holy, Lord God Almighty"Message for Children & Youth, led by Walden HughesPraise SongsPrayer of Confession and Assurance of Pardon, led by Rev. Sharon YagerlenerGloria PatriChoral AnthemSermon - "At the Crossroads She Takes Her Stand" (Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31) - by Rev. Jason GrifficeHymn of Response - (#6) "This Is My Father's World"OffertoryDoxologyPrayers of the People, led by Amy Hemseri-SabalaSending Hymn - (#319) "Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise" (verses 1-3)BenedictionPostludeIf you'd like to send tithes or offerings by mail, please usePresbyterian Church of the CovenantP.O. Box 2128Costa Mesa, CA 92628Holy, Holy, Holy, Lord God AlmightyHoly, holy, holy! Lord God Almighty! Early in the morning our song shall rise to Thee; Holy, holy, holy! merciful and mighty! God in three persons, blessed Trinity! Holy, holy, holy! all the saints adore Thee, Casting down their golden crowns around the glassy sea; Cherubim and Seraphim falling down before Thee, Who wert, and art, and evermore shalt be. Holy, holy, holy! though the darkness hide Thee, Though the eye of sinful man Thy glory may not see; Only Thou art holy--there is none beside Thee Perfect in power, in love and purity. Holy, holy, holy! Lord God Almighty! All Thy works shall praise Thy name in earth and sky and sea; Holy, holy, holy! merciful and mighty! God in three persons, blessed Trinity! Amen. This Is My Father's WorldThis is my Father's world, And to my listening ears All nature sings, and 'round me ring The music of the spheres. This is my Father's world: I rest me in the thought Of rocks and trees, of skies and seas- His hand the wonders wrought. This is my Father's world, The birds their carols raise, The morning light, the lily white, Declare their Maker's praise. This is my Father's world: He shines in all that's fair; In the rustling grass I hear Him pass, He speaks to me everywhereThis is my Father's world, O let me ne'er forget That though the wrong seems oft so strong, God is the ruler yet. This is my Father's world: The battle is not done; Jesus who died shall be satisfied, And earth and heaven be one. Immortal, Invisible, God Only WiseImmortal, invisible, God only wise, In light inaccessible hid from our eyes, Most blessed, most glorious, the Ancient of Days, Almighty, victorious, Thy great name we praise. Unresting, unhasting, and silent as light, Nor wanting, nor wasting, Thou rulest in might; Thy justice like mountains high soaring above Thy clouds, which are fountains of goodness and love. To all, life Thou givest, to both great and small; In all life Thou livest, the true life of all; We blossom and flourish as leaves on the tree, And wither and perish—but naught changeth Thee. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
We pray tonight and worship from the Hymn Immortal invisible God only wise. We also pray in the psalms against our enemies that God would act --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/shawn-odendhaldap/message
Mark Edwards is back with another episode as our Hymn Correspondent. Today, Mark speaks with us about the nature of worship and the hymns we sing to glorify God. He specifically analyzes the hymn IMMORTAL, INVISIBLE, GOD ONLY WISE.
In this morning's sermon text, Paul continues his contrast between the Old and New Covenants. Because of Jesus's coming, the veil that Moses used to hide the evidence of God's glory is removed (v. 16), and we can behold the glory face to face (v. 18). But we don't merely see it, we are transformed to be like it. This imagery of veils and faces can be found in many of the hymns we sing this morning. In the first half of the service, we confess that the Lord's glory is so bright, it must be “hid from our eyes” (Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise). Though we rest on His grace, at times “darkness veils His lovely face” (My Hope Is Built On Nothing Less). But we also look forward to Christ's coming in beauty, when “we His face shall see” (The King Shall Come When Morning Dawns). Receiving assurance that our sins are forgiven, we can “look full in His wonderful face,” making the cares and follies of this world grow “strangely dim” (Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus). We are invited to the table as a foretaste of the day when we will “stand in glory” face to face with our Savior (There Is A Redeemer), experiencing in full the “beauty of holiness” (The Voice Of The Lord Is Over The Waters—Psalm 29). Our service concludes with a vision of eternity, when we ascend to Heaven “on eagles' wings” (The God Of Abraham Praise). There we will “behold His face,” and join with the angels, archangels, and all the saints that precede us in death, singing “the wonders of His grace forever more.” —Henry C. Haffner & Emma Marsh Key Words: Face, Covenant, Spirit, Glory, Hope, Minds, Hearts, Moses, Christ Keystone Verse: And we all, with unveiled face, beholding the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another. For this comes from the Lord who is the Spirit. (2 Corinthians 3:18) Bulletin 2 Corinthians 3:12-18 12 Since we have such a hope, we are very bold, 13 not like Moses, who would put a veil over his face so that the Israelites might not gaze at the outcome of what was being brought to an end. 14 But their minds were hardened. For to this day, when they read the old covenant, that same veil remains unlifted, because only through Christ is it taken away. 15 Yes, to this day whenever Moses is read a veil lies over their hearts. 16 But when one turns to the Lord, the veil is removed. 17 Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. 18 And we all, with unveiled face, beholding the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another. For this comes from the Lord who is the Spirit.
The feast of Epiphany (literally “appearance,” or “manifestation”) commemorates the visit of the wise men to the infant Jesus, and more broadly the revelation of Christ as “the true light” (John 1:9) and “a light for revelation to the gentiles” (Luke 2:32). Light is a consistent theme in traditional celebrations of Epiphany, and you'll find that this morning's service follows suit. The Scripture reading from Isaiah 60 declares that our light has come, and that nations will gather around to see it. The psalms remind us that “Light to the upright shall arise, though he in darkness be” (Alleluia! How Blest The Man—Psalm 112), and encourage us to turn our eyes “to eternal light” (I Will Lift My Voice—Psalm 101). We confess that Jesus is the “Light of the anxious heart” and the "Light of light, light's living spring," who shines brighter than “all the twinkling starry host” (Light Of The Anxious Heart; O Splendor Of God's Glory Bright; Fairest Lord Jesus). The King Shall Come describes both Jesus' first and second comings as days when “light triumphant breaks.” The service concludes with Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise, which ascribes praise to the “Great Father of Light.” There's always a bit of uncertainty as we head into a new year: let's look to the Savior who “dispels with glorious splendor the darkness everywhere.” —Henry C. Haffner Key Words: Nazareth, Fulfilled, Galilee, Dream, Prophets, Joseph, Child Keystone Verse: And he went and lived in a city called Nazareth, that what was spoken by the prophets might be fulfilled, that He would be called a Nazarene.” (Matthew 2:23) Matthew 2:19-23 But when Herod died, behold, an angel of the Lord appeared in a dream to Joseph in Egypt,20 saying, “Rise, take the Child and His mother and go to the land of Israel, for those who sought the child's life are dead.” 21 And he rose and took the Child and His mother and went to the land of Israel. 22 But when he heard that Archelaus was reigning over Judea in place of his father Herod, he was afraid to go there, and being warned in a dream he withdrew to the district of Galilee.23 And he went and lived in a city called Nazareth, so that what was spoken by the prophets might be fulfilled, that He would be called a Nazarene.
“Now unto the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only wise God, be honor and glory for ever and ever. Amen” This verse in 1 Timothy 1:7 is the inspiration for the title and opening line of the hymn of adoration "Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise," by William Chalmers Smith. Join me to learn more about how this hymn came to be and the richness of theology and doctrine bursting from every line. 1. Morgan, Robert J., Then Sings My Soul: Special Edition, W Publishing © 2010, pg 265 2. https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/resources/history-of-hymns-immortal-invisible-god-only-wise3. https://www.hymnologyarchive.com/immortal-invisible4. https://hymnstudiesblog.wordpress.com/2008/07/17/quotimmortal-invisible-god-only-wisequot/
A new MP3 sermon from Ortega Presbyterian Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise Speaker: Joshua Hinson Broadcaster: Ortega Presbyterian Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 11/14/2021 Bible: 1 Timothy 1:17 Length: 34 min.
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Scotland has been a great source of hymns and poetry. One such hymnist was Walter Chalmers Smith, author of the powerful hymn Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise. He served in a variety of pastorates, finally serving in the Free High Church (Presbyterian) of Edinburgh. The powerful words to this song are carried by an equally powerful Welsh melody (staying in the Celtic family). Article taken from Then Sings My Soul, Volumes 1 & 2 by Robert J. Morgan. Copyright © 2003 by Robert J. Morgan. Used by permission of Thomas Nelson. www.thomasnelson.com
A new MP3 sermon from Servants of Grace Ministries is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise Subtitle: Warriors of Grace Video Speaker: Dave Jenkins Broadcaster: Servants of Grace Ministries Event: Teaching Date: 4/20/2021 Length: 28 min.
Liturgical Date: Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 21B) Calendar Date: September 26, 2021 Location: Our Savior, Milford, IL Order of Service: Matins Hymns: #802, "Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise" #681, "Send, O Lord, Your Holy Spirit" #922, "Go, My Children, with My Blessing" Sermon Theme: Jealousy All Around Sermon Text: Numbers 11 Other Lectionary Readings: Psalm 104:27-35 James 5:13-20 Mark 9:38-50
In Habakkuk 2, the Lord responds to the prophet's questions with a harrowing description of the judgement He is preparing for Babylon. This passage gives us a picture of God as our judge, lawgiver, and king (Isaiah 33:22), imagery which you'll find throughout our service this morning. The Call to Worship from Psalm 50 portrays the Lord surrounded by fire and tempest, calling throughout the heavens and earth for the people to stand before Him. The sun, moon, and stars give Him praise (From Heav'n O Praise The Lord—Psalm 148), just as Habakkuk 2:14 declares that “the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the Lord as the waters cover the sea.” He sends forth lightning like arrows and causes mountains to smoke and flame (Blest Be The Lord, My Rock, My Might—Psalm 144). He gives life to all things, but while they wither and perish, nothing changes Him (Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise). He is a righteous judge who makes perfect justice known (O Lord Most High—Psalm 9), and we ask for Him to vindicate us before our enemies (Be My Contender In The Strife—Psalm 35). The earth, the heavens, and every creature will acknowledge Him as “omnipotent king” (The Lord Is King). Faced with God's greatness, holiness, and justice, we respond in two ways: we approach with fear and trembling (Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence), and we bow in humble adoration, proclaiming, “my God, how great Thou art.” —Henry C. Haffner Key Words: Watchpost, Answered, Faith, Woe, Holy, Silence Keystone Verses: The Lord is in His holy temple; let the earth keep silence before Him. (Habakkuk 2:20) Bulletin Habakkuk 2:1-20 I will take my stand at my watchpost and station myself on the tower, and look out to see what he will say to me, and what I will answer concerning my complaint. 2 And the Lord answered me: “Write the vision; make it plain on tablets, so he may run who reads it. 3 For still the vision awaits its appointed time; it hastens to the end—it will not lie. If it seems slow, wait for it; it will surely come; it will not delay. 4 “Behold, his soul is puffed up; it is not upright within him, but the righteous shall live by his faith. 5 “Moreover, wine is a traitor, an arrogant man who is never at rest. His greed is as wide as Sheol; like death he has never enough. He gathers for himself all nations and collects as his own all peoples.” 6 Shall not all these take up their taunt against him, with scoffing and riddles for him, and say, “Woe to him who heaps up what is not his own— for how long?—and loads himself with pledges!” 7 Will not your debtors suddenly arise, and those awake who will make you tremble? Then you will be spoil for them. 8 Because you have plundered many nations, all the remnant of the peoples shall plunder you, for the blood of man and violence to the earth, to cities and all who dwell in them. 9 “Woe to him who gets evil gain for his house, to set his nest on high, to be safe from the reach of harm! 10 You have devised shame for your house by cutting off many peoples; you have forfeited your life. 11 For the stone will cry out from the wall, and the beam from the woodwork respond. 12 “Woe to him who builds a town with blood and founds a city on iniquity! 13 Behold, is it not from the Lord of hosts that peoples labor merely for fire, and nations weary themselves for nothing? 14 For the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the Lord as the waters cover the sea. 15 “Woe to him who makes his neighbors drink— you pour out your wrath and make them drunk, in order to gaze at their nakedness! 16 You will have your fill of shame instead of glory. Drink, yourself, and show your uncircumcision! The cup in the Lord's right hand will come around to you, and utter shame will come upon your glory! 17 The violence done to Lebanon will overwhelm you, as will the destruction of the beasts that terrified them, for the blood of man and violence to the earth, to cities and all who dwell in them. 18 “What profit is an idol when its maker has shaped it, a metal image, a teacher of lies? For its maker trusts in his own creation when he makes speechless idols! 19 Woe to him who says to a wooden thing, Awake; to a silent stone, Arise! Can this teach? Behold, it is overlaid with gold and silver, and there is no breath at all in it. 20 But the Lord is in His holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before Him.”
Sermon in a sentence: “God is the standard and source of all wisdom - wisdom we need for life” Intro Decisions, Decisions The Wisdom of God God Only Wise Definitions of God's Wisdom Wisdom and Knowledge (James 3:17, Proverbs 1: 1-7) God's Wisdom and the World's Wisdom (I Corinthians 1: 18-25) Displays of God's Wisdom Through Creation (Psalms 104:24) Through Providence (Psalms 33: 10-11) Through Redemption (I Corinthians 2: 6-10) Through His Son (I Corinthians 1:30) Developing Wisdom Within Us Begins with Fear of His Ways (Proverbs 9:10, Job 28:28) Grows with Receiving His Word (Psalms 119:97-100, II Timothy 3: 16-17) Requires asking for it directly (James 1: 5, Colossians 1:9) Involves trusting God Completely (Proverbs 3: 5,6) Conclusion
On today's Warriors of Grace show, Dave continues the 1 Timothy series looking at 1 Timothy 1:17 and the nature of worship, the kingdom of God and the kingdom of Christ, and the Lord being immortal, invisible, incomparable, and unique. What you'll hear in this episode The nature of worship. The kingdom of God and the kingdom of Christ. The meaning and purpose of the Lord being immortal, invisible, incomparable, and unique. Subscribing, sharing, and your feedback You can subscribe to Warriors of Grace via iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, or your favorite podcast catcher. If you like what you've heard, please consider leaving a rating and share it with your friends (it takes only takes a second and will go a long way to helping other people find the show). You can also connect with me on Twitter at @davejjenkins, on Facebook or via email to share your feedback. Thanks for listening to this episode of Warriors of Grace!
On today's Warriors of Grace show, Dave continues the 1 Timothy series looking at 1 Timothy 1:17 and the nature of worship, the kingdom of God and the kingdom of Christ, and the Lord being immortal, invisible, incomparable, and unique. What you'll hear in this episode The nature of worship. The kingdom of God and the kingdom of Christ. The meaning and purpose of the Lord being immortal, invisible, incomparable, and unique. Subscribing, sharing, and your feedback You can subscribe to Warriors of Grace via iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, or your favorite podcast catcher. If you like what you've heard, please consider leaving a rating and share it with your friends (it takes only takes a second and will go a long way to helping other people find the show). You can also connect with me on Twitter at @davejjenkins, on Facebook or via email to share your feedback. Thanks for listening to this episode of Warriors of Grace!
brief reflection on "Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise" by Walter Chalmers Smith. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/scottaniol/support
Airing originally on February 4, 2021 on WYXR 91.7 FM in Memphis, TN, this episode of Faithfully Memphis features Bishop Phoebe Roaf in conversation with Sister Maureen Griner, Executive Director of the Dorothy Day House in Memphis, TN. The Dorothy Day House serves families experiencing homelessness by keeping them together, creating a safe haven and a community for entire families. Learn more at DorothyDayMemphis.org. Have a question for the Stump the Bihsop segment? Please email Minister of Communication Emily Austin: eaustin@episwtn.org Featured Music: "Higher Ground" by Stevie Wonder "Of the Father's Love Begotten" "Blest are the Pure in Heart" performed by Christ's Hospital Schola Cantorum "Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise" performed by Jaron & Katherine Kamin
Sermon Title: Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise Sermon Series: 1 Timothy Sermon Text: 1 Timothy 1:12-17 Sermon Date: January 10, 2021 Preacher: Rev. Jonathan Foster
God is light, and in Him is no darkness at all. —1 John 1:5 Light has been a consistent motive found in Christmas celebrations throughout history. From the legend of St. Lucy's candle headdress which enlivens the winter solstice in Scandinavia, to the “star singer” processions of central Europe where children re-enact the visit of the Magi while singing hymns, these images remind us that Christ came into the world as “the true light” (John 1:9) and “a light for revelation to the gentiles” (Luke 2:32). On this Epiphany Sunday (the last of the traditional twelve days of Christmas), many of our hymns reflect these themes as well. The “sages” in Angels From The Realms Of Glory are the “wise men from the east” of Matthew 2:1-12, who follow the “natal star” to “brighter visions” of the “desire of nations.” Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise describes God as the “Father of Light,” while Psalm 50 declares that He shows His glory “in brightness that excels.” The communion hymn The King Shall Come describes both Jesus' first and second comings as days when “light triumphant breaks.” Even our sermon text from Psalm 29 (which we will sing later in the service) refers to the voice of the Lord “flash[ing] forth flames of fire.” As we leave worship this morning, let's take as our prayer the words of As With Gladness Men Of Old: just as the wise men hailed the guiding light of the star to Bethlehem, “so, most gracious Lord, may we ever more be led to Thee.” —Henry C. Haffner Key Words: Lord, Voice, Glory, Strength, Bless, Holiness, Ascribe, Enthroned Keystone Verse: Ascribe to the Lord the glory due His name; worship the Lord in the splendor of holiness. (Psalm 29:2) Psalm 29:1-11 Ascribe to the Lord, O heavenly beings, ascribe to the Lord glory and strength. 2 Ascribe to the Lord the glory due His name; worship the Lord in the splendor of holiness. 3 The voice of the Lord is over the waters; the God of glory thunders, the Lord, over many waters. 4 The voice of the Lord is powerful; the voice of the Lord is full of majesty. 5 The voice of the Lord breaks the cedars; the Lord breaks the cedars of Lebanon. 6 He makes Lebanon to skip like a calf, and Sirion like a young wild ox. 7 The voice of the Lord flashes forth flames of fire.8 The voice of the Lord shakes the wilderness; the Lord shakes the wilderness of Kadesh. 9 The voice of the Lord makes the deer give birth and strips the forests bare, and in His temple all cry, “Glory!” 10 The Lord sits enthroned over the flood; the Lord sits enthroned as king forever. 11 May the Lord give strength to His people! May the Lord bless His people with peace!
In this live-recorded episode, Rev. Emily Penfield turns to the prophet Amos for the meanings of Justice and Righteousness. To skip past announcements, start at 04:23. To skip to the sermon, start at 12:51. Scripture: Amos 5: 18-24 Worship Leader/Sermon: Emily Freeman Penfield Organist/Pianist: Andy Plummer Soloist: Jay Somerset Songs: "Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise" (1867) by Walter Chalmers Smith "Let There Be Peace on Earth" (1955) by Sy Miller and Jill Jackson "O Day of Peace that Dimly Shines" (1982) by Carl P. Daw "For the Healing of Nations" (1965) by Fred Kaan CCLI 20178353 To donate to Woodlawn UMC, visit https://www.woodlawnbham.com/giving
God's Word gives us an amazing array of statements about the love of God. “Nothing in all creation will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus.” God is “keeping his covenant of love to a thousand generations.” Jesus tells us several parables trying to convey that this love is the greatest of treasures in all the world. He wants us to embrace the idea that God's love is the most vital thing for each of us. It makes an eternal and infinite difference in every way and in everything. The first and second hymn is LSB 686, “Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing”. The third and fourth hymn is LSB 802, “Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise”. If you have a Lutheran Service Book Hymnal at home, please sing along.
The wisdom and the knowledge of God are not exactly the same characteristic, but are related. God's knowledge is "that perfection of God whereby He . . . knows Himself and all things possible and actual . . . ." (L. Berkhof, Systematic Theology, 66). God's wisdom is "that perfection of God whereby He applies His knowledge to the attainment of His ends in a way which glorifies Him most" (Berkhof, Theology, 69). "Let the name of God be blessed forever and ever; for wisdom and power belong to Him" (Dan 2:20). It is an amazing thing to think about the blending of God's attributes. God applies His perfect knowledge, by His unlimited power and His glorious sovereignty, to His creation in order to demonstrate His unsearchable wisdom and to attain the goals established by His holy will. God's wisdom is on display in creation. In Psalm 104, after describing the wonders of the earth and the universe, the Psalmist exclaims, "O LORD, how manifold are your works" (Psa 104:24). God's wisdom is on display in the redemption of Christians. "In him [Christ] we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace, which he lavished upon us, in all wisdom and insight" (Eph 1:7,8). Let our response to God's matchless wisdom be the response of the Psalmist … "May the glory of the LORD endure forever; may the LORD rejoice in his works . . . I will sing to the LORD as long as I live; I will sing praise to my God while I have being" (Psa 104:31,33).
Sunday, September 23, 2018 | Going Retro: Old Testament, New Tune | Listen as Pastor Michelle continues our series on the Old Testament with a sermon on Proverbs 6 and 31 entitled "Proverbs: Retuning the God of Prudence & Morals." The band leads us in "So Will I (100 Billion X)" and a contemporary take on "Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise."
Psalm 139: The Attributes of Our Great God Songs and Hymns: `I Sing the Mighty Power of God `Open Thou My Eyes (Rutter) `Christ Be My Leader `God of Creation, All-Powerful `Be Thou My Vision `Ill Fly Away `Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise
Solomon's Glory: The Great Wisdom of a Humble Heart; The Foolishness of a Compromising Heart Hymns & Songs: `Holy God, We Praise Your Name `Be Thou My Vision `Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise