The Past Forgotten (Forgiven), the Future Blessed

MORNING SERMON OUTLINE

Introduction:

Theme: The people of God are to be a praising community. For this to happen, we must accept our past, understand God’s verdict on it, and seek the forgiveness that God offers. This is the foundation for a truly worshipping community.
I. The spiritual state of God’s people in the past, vv. 22-24
A. It is indicated by their worship --
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  B. Parallels to today --

II. The spiritual state from the past to the present
A. v. 26 –

  B. v. 27 –

  C. v. 28(b) --

III. But, a surprise – the spiritual state is changed
A. v. 25 --

  B.  The importance of this:

IV. The spiritual state in the future, vv. 44:1-5
A. Based on being “chosen” --

  B. Outpouring of  Holy Spirit --

  C. Turning to Lord also means…