The Simple Way (Matthew 11:25-30)
Gearl Spicer, July 24, 2022
Part of the Lessons on Prayer From Jesus series, preached at a Sunday Online service
Matthew 11:25–30 (Listen)
25 At that time Jesus declared, “I thank you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, that you have hidden these things from the wise and understanding and revealed them to little children; 26 yes, Father, for such was your gracious will. 27 All things have been handed over to me by my Father, and no one knows the Son except the Father, and no one knows the Father except the Son and anyone to whom the Son chooses to reveal him. 28 Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”
(ESV)
Sermon Notes
Secrets of The Heart
Lessons On Prayer From Jesus
7/24/2022
The Simple Way
Matthew 11:25-30
How often do you complicate His simple, perfect way?
Prayer is an intimate encounter that transform the most complex challenges into a simple answer: Trust Him!
*At that time Jesus said, I praise You, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, that You have hidden these things from the wise and intelligent and have revealed them to infants. Matthew 11:25
*Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28
*pray without ceasing; in everything give thanks; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. I Thessalonians 5:17-18
I. Praise brings clarity to the complex - Matthew 11:25-26
A. Prayer reveals His heart to us
B. Prayer brings honor to our Father
C. In simplicity we discover the supernatural
II. Surrendering control is the way of Jesus - Matthew 11:27
A. He is totally committed and aware
B. He reveals Himself to us for His purpose
III. Acknowledge our true source of strength - Matthew 11:28-30
A. Come to me - Priority of Jesus
B. Take my yoke - Submit to His control
C. Learn from me - Keep listening and learning
*We pursue Him
*We surrender to Him
*We access His strength
Can you keep it simple?