DAD'S DAILY BREAD

Sermon notes Pastor Steve Walker

1 Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the wicked, nor stands in the way of sinners, nor sits in the seat of scoffers; 2  but his delight is in the law of the Lord, and on his law he meditates day and night. 3  He is like a tree planted by streams of water that yields its fruit in its season, and its leaf does not wither. In all that he does, he prospers. 4  The wicked are not so, but are like chaff that the wind drives away. 5  Therefore the wicked will not stand in the judgment, nor sinners in the congregation of the righteous; 6  for the Lord knows the way of the righteous, but the way of the wicked will perish. Ps 1:1–6

God is our King holding everything in His hands! We don’t need to hide our emotions from God. The recipe for real happiness is found only in God’s Word. Don’t get lost in all the worldly options. Blessed- deep contentment and real happiness. Searching for happiness is like having a hunger for food you cannot find on this earth. Real happiness is being on the right path with God. Really happy people receive their guidance from God. Do not listen to ungodly voices! Reject the world’s counterfeit options for happiness. What voice has the most influence in my life? God’s Word brings true happiness. Ps 119:35

Really happy people build relationships with God’s people. Bad company corrupts good character! Are my closest friends helping me get closer to Jesus or dragging me further away? 2 Sam 12:13 We need help! God’s Word will make you feel truly safe. Ps 16:17 Real happy people fear God. Don’t get comfortable in your sin. Invite people to call out your sin and keep you accountable. Fear God- maintain 24/7 awareness of reverence and awe of His all knowing and ever present glory! Prov 23:17-18 Do not envy sinners and fear the Lord even more than you love Him.

Real happy people delight in God’s Word. True happiness is found in God’s Truth! God’s Word can answer every question for life. Every truth of scripture helps us to see God more and more clearly. The pursuit of happiness apart from God will always fail! Ps 14:1 Real happy people are well anchored. Like a tree planted by streams of water. Your happiness is anchored to the faithfulness of God. Escape the world’s corruption.

Real happy people are fruitful people. Having a spiritual impact. God works through us. Jn 15:5 God is our true source of happiness and peace. Real happy people are hopeful people. Our tree will never die. This world is not our home. Through faith in Jesus we will rise with Him. Jn 14:1-3 Trust Him alone. Real happy people help others find real happiness. Tell others about Jesus! Real peace and lasting value only comes from God through is word and trusting in Jesus! We possess an unshakable reason for living. Follow the wisdom of God and walk in His blessings.

APPLICATION:

Spend time in God’s Word everyday! Memorize Ps 1! Connect or reconnect with a godly friend or small group. Remove all unhealthy influences in my life. End an ungodly habit that is pulling you down! Pray more! Choose the path that leads to God and you will find true happiness!