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Principles of An Abundant Life 

Introduction:

 Our generous God promised the people of old an abundant life if they would follow His voice.  (Ezekiel 34:12-15, 25-31)  Our Lord Jesus made a similar promise to us in John 10:9-10.  Christ wants His followers to possess a rich, meaningful life.  What principles govern that abundant life?

 Text:  Psalms 119:57-64

 Body: 

 I.   A Strong Determination   (Verse 57)

• I promise:  I will keep your words.  We must have a great desire to follow God’s Word regardless of the circumstances or who is with you.  (Romans 8:37-39)  Peter was with others when he was around the fire at Jesus’ trial.  He denied Christ three times.

 II.   A Willingness to Pray   (Verse 58)

• Fervent desire   (Luke 11:5-10)

 III.   Self-Examination   (Verse 59)

• Thoughts of my heart   (Proverbs 4:23)

• Motive behind the behavior   (Matthew 6:16-18)

• Attitudes that make up my disposition

 IV.   Don’t Put Off Obedience   (Verse 60)

• Hebrews 3:12-16   Urgency needed

• Proverbs 27:1, II Thessalonians 1:8

 V.   Learn How to Handle Reverses   (Verses 61-62)

• Trials and sufferings will make us better or bitter.                  Example:  Sun shining on clay or butter – hard or soft

• Answer:  Praising Jehovah and following His precepts                (Psalms 119: 110)

 VI.   Be Careful With Whom You Associate   (Verse 63)

• We become like those we spend time with.  (Amos 3:3)

• I Corinthians 15:33, Proverbs 1:10-19

• You will marry someone with whom you associate.

VII.   Keep on Learning   (Verse 64)

• Psalms 119:12-16

• Keep reading, studying, and meditating.

Conclusion:   

We can have a rich abundant life by following these seven principles from God’s Word. 

Bobby Stafford

September 16, 2012

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