Reasons God Delights In His People
If the Lord delights in us, He will bring us into the promised land (Numbers 14:8). God should delight in us all.
What are the REASONS GOD DELIGHTS in His people?
Fear of God (Psalms 147:11). What is the fear of God? It is the realisation of His love and power.
When we hope in his mercies, God is pleased. Not in our abilities, riches or wisdom.
Praising and singing every season pleases God (Psalms 69: 30,31). Unceasing Praise (Psalms 34:1). King Jehoshaphat got everyone to praise God (2 Chronicles 20:22). Be thankful for all things (1 Thessalonians 5:18). It is the will of God in Christ Jesus.
Faith pleases God (Hebrews 11:6). Abraham's faith, offering Isaac, pleased God. When Isaac asked where the sacrifice was, Abraham said by faith, God will provide. Caleb and Joshua believed that God would provide the land before they conquered it. (James 2:21,25) Rahab's faith was honoured because she believed God would deliver her.
Pray for all (1 Timothy 2:1-3). One righteous man's prayer can save a city. Pray for peace and prosperity in the nation. (Philippians 1:4,5) In every prayer.
Offer willingly. Cheerfully (2 Corinthians 9:7). (1 Chronicles 29:6) (Exodus 25:2). Abel made an excellent sacrifice - God was pleased with him.
Uprightness of heart pleases God (1 Chronicles 29:17). (John 1:45-47) Nathanael was a man without guile. Jesus testifies about his upright character.
Doing good and then suffering patiently pleases God (1 Peter 2:20). (2 Timothy 3:12) The godly will suffer persecution. (Acts 14:22) The apostles strengthened the believers during hardships for the kingdom of God.
Please God, not man, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. The end is near.
Maranatha, Praise God, and Amen.
