The Day the Philistines Gave Glory to God
By Pastor David Reagan
Text: 1Samuel 6:1-9
INTRODUCTION – At times, even the world gives glory to God. Surely, the people of God ought to give Him glory.
I. They Realized the Power of God (v. 1-2; 5:1-5, 11)
A. Upon the gods (5:1-5; Exodus 12:12; 14:24-25)
B. Upon themselves (5:11; 6:1-2)
C. Through wrath (Romans 1:18)
Illustration: Acts 4:13-16
II. They Realized the Praise of God (v. 3-5)
A. They gave Him an offering (v. 3-4)
B. They gave Him glory (v. 5)
1. Seen in God’s deliverance (Psalms 126:1-2)
2. Seen in God’s work (Nehemiah 6:15-16)
III. They Realized the Purpose of God (v. 6)
A. They realized God’s judgment
B. They realized God’s mercy
Illustration: Rahab (Joshua 2:9-13)
IV. They Realized the Providence of God (v. 7-9)
A. They tested the providence of God (v. 7-8)
B. They accepted the providence of God (v. 9, 12, 16; Daniel 3:28)
CONCLUSION – If the world can so proclaim the glory of God, surely we, as His people, can give Him glory.