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Great Sermon! A blessing to resume this long and profitable series.
In considering these words spoken in a small church in a small rural town in Ulster, a picture came to me of "mega - chuches", TBN, Arminian and Dispensational "pastors" (some of whom seem to have a permanent mission on the Comments section of SA).
In hearing, sometimes with difficulty, the words of this minister speak on David's humility in the face of the applause of the people, even applause that could be said to be deserved, this has a deep meaning to my heart.
The message gives the reason for David's prosperity in the face of murderous intent and deceit. It is a comforting one for the Christian, though Mr Patterson does not shrink from reminding his listener of his reponsibilities as a Christian.
For those yet without Christ, there is an underlying disquiet here. Are you appearing to prosper in the world? And if so, what does this really mean in view of eternity? Can you be found as an ally of those who cast a javelin at God's servants?
Again I was reminded of a very significant verse for my wife and me,
"If God be for us, who can be against us?" Romans 8 v 31.
Andrew Patterson has been minister of Garvagh Free Presbyterian Church, Northern Ireland since June 2002. Born in Portadown, County Armagh, he previously ministered in Ardaragh Free Presbyterian Church, County Down from November 1994. He is a weekly contributor to the Radio...