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Delve into the Palm Sunday Scenario to discover the dual nature of worshipers and bystanders. Learn how focusing on worship shapes our beliefs and relationship with God, emphasizing transparency, righteousness, and confession. Explore the implications of seeking God's truth and conforming to His will.
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How to Read a Prophet –We Get What We Seek Isaiah 44:18-21; 45:22-25
Introduction • The Palm Sunday Scenario • Focus of Worship
Palm Sunday Scenario • Two groups: • Worshippers • Hail as King • Bystanders • Declare him blasphemous
Focus of Worship • Idols have no understanding • “eyes” cannot see • “ears” cannot hear
Focus of Worship • We become what we worship • Shut their eyes – they cannot see • Close their heart – cannot understand
Focus of Worship • God gives us what we seek • Deceived heart (20) • Cannot deliver himself
Focus on Worship • Transparency (even on the cross) • Open – not in secret or vain • Speaks what is right • Calls us to himself • State your case
Focus on Worship • Just God and Savior • Look and be saved (Mark 16:16) • Sent his Word in righteousness (Ps 107:20) • All will bow and confess (Philippians 2:10-11)
Application • Our God is alive and well!! • Call on Him and he will answer • Conform to Him – not him to us