Psalm 4 Matthew 26 26 29 NKJV 26

Psalm 4

Matthew 26: 26 -29 NKJV [26] And as they were eating, Jesus took bread, blessed and broke it, and gave it to the disciples and said, "Take, eat; this is My body. " [27] Then He took the cup, and gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, "Drink from it, all of you. [28] For this is My blood of the new covenant, which is shed for many for the remission of sins. [29] But I say to you, I will not drink of this fruit of the vine from now on until that day when I drink it new with you in My Father's kingdom. “

1 Corinthians 16: 1 -2 NKJV [1] Now concerning the collection for the saints, as I have given orders to the churches of Galatia, so you must do also: [2] On the first day of the week let each one of you lay something aside, storing up as he may prosper, that there be no collections when I come.

Psalm 4 Confidence and Peace In Times of Distress

Confidence and Peace In Times of Distress u. Life is very hard nowadays. u There are many asking for help in order to gain confidence and peace during these difficult times in which we live. u. Even though technology (supposedly) should make our lives easier, it has become and is becoming the opposite day after day. u. It seems that for many (me), the old days were much better than what we are living in now. u. Many are losing confidence and peace in these horrible times of distress, when we see all around us all kinds of falsehood! u. Are you in any kind of distress? u. Are you ready to receive help and comfort from

Confidence and Peace In Times of Distress Psalm 4: 1 -8 1 Hear me when I call, O God of my righteousness! You have relieved me in my distress; 2 Have mercy on me, and hear my prayer. How long, O you sons of men, Will you turn my glory to shame? How long will you love worthlessness And seek falsehood? Selah 3 But know that the Lord has set apart for Himself him who is godly; The Lord will hear when I call to Him. 4 Be angry, and do not sin. Meditate within your heart on your bed, and be still. Selah 5 Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, And put your trust in the Lord. 6 There are many who say, “Who will show us any good? ” Lord, lift up the light of Your countenance upon us. 7 You have put gladness in my heart, More than in the season that their grain and wine increased. 8 I will both lie down in peace, and sleep; For You alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety.

Confidence and Peace In Times of Distress Contextual Circumstances • Surrounded by Defamation – “turn glory to shame” (v. 2) • Surrounded by Delusion – “love worthlessness” (v. 2) • Surrounded by Deceit – “seek falsehood” (v. 2) • Surrounded by Defeatists – “Who will show us any good? ” (v. 6)

Confidence and Peace In Times of Distress Complete Confidence! • Confidently Call upon God • “God of my righteousness” (v. 1) • Have you ever felt the way David is feeling right now? • Have you cried unto Him? • How often? • Has He answered you? • Psalm 27: 7 -8; Daniel 9: 18 -19

Confidence and Peace In Times of Distress Complete Confidence! • Confidently Call upon God • “Hear me” (v. 1 b) • Do we have the right to ask the Lord to hear us? • If we are living according to His decrees, we can ask Him to come to our rescue at any time. • David did! • Psalm 84: 8 -9… Hear Me • Psalm 102: 1 -2. . Hear Me • 119: 169 -170…. . Hear Me

Confidence and Peace In Times of Distress Complete Confidence! • Confidently Call upon God • “Answer me” (v. 1 a) • When you call, how sure are you that the Lord answers? • See brothers, that is the difference between us and the unbelievers. • Like David, WE TRUST and KNOW that He will answer! • Psalm 18: 18 -19 • 1 Samuel 17: 37 • 2 Corinthians 1: 10

Confidence and Peace In Times of Distress Complete Confidence! • Confidently Call upon God • “Have mercy on me” (v. 1) • In all honesty, when we are seeking for confidence and peace from the Lord, we must ask in all humbleness! • Have Mercy! • Not because I deserve it, but because we are depending on you, Oh Lord! • Psalm 6: 2 • Matthew 9: 27 -28 • Hebrews 4: 16

Confidence and Peace In Times of Distress Complete Confidence! • Confidently Call upon God • “Bless us” (v. 6) • Nobody can bless us but one! • Nobody can give you confidence but one! • No one can give you peace but one! • No one can make you right again but one! • Blessings, real blessings, come ONLY from Him who cares for us. • Ephesians 1: 3 • Hebrews 6: 7 • 1 Peter 1: 3 • James 1: 17

Confidence and Peace In Times of Distress Complete Confidence! • Confidently Call upon God • Confidently Meditate on All God Has Done • “The Lord has set apart” (v. 3) • “You have relieved me” (v. 1) • “You have put gladness in my heart” (v. 7) God is with us, he wants to help us, He wants to bless us, He wants to heal us, He wants to save us. Are we willing? He will not force us, He want for us to get up, come and receive all the blessing that He is sending from heaven!

Confidence and Peace In Times of Distress Complete Confidence! • Confidently Call upon God • Confidently Meditate All God Has Done • Confidently Commit Entirely to God • Call on God with confidence (v. 1) • Control yourself (v. 4) • Commune within your heart (v. 4) • Calm down (v. 4) • Carry out God’s will (v. 5 a) • Count on God in all things (v. 5 b) • Claim His peace (v. 8)

Confidence and Peace In Times of Distress Complete Confidence! • I am safe in the hands of God! • God makes me safe…no matter the distress! • God ALONE (and no other) makes me safe!

Confidence and Peace In Times of Distress Only Christ Can Give you The Confidence and Peace that you are looking for! • Believe Jesus is God’s Son – Acts 16: 31 • Repent of your sins – Acts 17: 30 • Confess your faith in Jesus – Romans 10: 9 -10 • Be immersed into Christ – Galatians 3: 27 • God will wash away your sins – Acts 22: 16 • God will add you to His church – Acts 2: 47 • God will register you in heaven – Hebrews 12: 23 • Confidently serve Him faithfully – Matthew 25: 23