David's Desire
Who wrote Psalm 27?
David
Who asked Jesus how to inherit eternal life?
The rich young ruler (a rich young man)
Which sister sat at Jesus’ feet listening to Him?
Mary
Who said, “One thing I do: forgetting what lies behind…”?
Paul (the Apostle Paul)
What daily habit was recommended for a meaningful relationship with Jesus?
Spending daily time alone with Jesus through prayer and the Bible
Where did David want to dwell all the days of his life?
The house of the Lord.
What did Jesus tell him to do with his possessions?
Sell them and give to the poor
Which sister was busy with preparations?
Martha
What did Paul choose to forget?
What lies behind / the past (failures and achievements)
What should we do with things that distract us from Jesus?
Let go of them / surrender them
What did David want to behold in God’s presence?
The beauty of the Lord.
How did the rich young ruler respond to Jesus’ instruction?
He went away sad (sorrowful)
What did Jesus say Mary had chosen?
The good part
What was Paul pressing toward?
The goal or prize of God’s upward call in Christ
According to the sermon, what makes an activity inappropriate for Christians?
When it causes you to take your eyes off Jesus
What is the “one thing” David desired from the Lord?
To dwell in the house of the Lord / to be in God’s presence.
What was the “one thing” the rich young ruler lacked?
Letting go of his possessions / surrendering everything to follow Jesus
Where did Mary and Martha live?
Bethany
What event changed Paul’s life and led him to follow Jesus?
His encounter with Jesus on the road to Damascus
What does sitting at Jesus’ feet symbolize?
Spending time with Jesus / listening to Him / communion with Him
According to the sermon, why was David called a man after God’s own heart?
Because he knew God’s heart and longed for Him / had a deep relationship with God.
What prevented the rich young ruler from fully following Jesus?
His great wealth / possessions / attachment to riches
What lesson does the story of Mary and Martha teach about priorities?
Spending time with Jesus is more important than busyness / choosing God first
What did Paul say he determined to know in First Epistle to the Corinthians 2:2?
Jesus Christ and Him crucified
According to the sermon’s conclusion, what is the “one thing” that truly matters?
Jesus