Ep. 176: Continual Dedication to the Lord

SHOW NOTES:

 

In Podcast Episode 176, “Continual Dedication to the Lord,” Kim discusses the importance of continual dedication of all to the Lord and His service. The moment we hold back anything or anyone from complete dedication to the Lord is the moment we fall into idolatry. 

 

The primary scripture text for this episode is 2 Samuel 8:7-12 with 11 as the focal verse.

 

“King David dedicated all these gifts to the Lord, as he did with the silver and gold from the other nations he had defeated—”

 

ADDITIONAL VERSES, etc.:

 

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When a man asked George Mueller the secret of his service, Mueller responded: “There was a day when I died, utterly died; died to George Mueller, his opinions, preferences, tastes, and will; died to the world, its approval or censure; died to the approval or blame even of my brethren and friends; and since then I have studied to show myself approved only to God.” (From The London Quarterly Review, Volume 92 obtained online at https://ministry127.com/resources/illustration/death-to-self)

 

Robber of the Cruel Streets: The Story of George Muller (2006) 

 

1 And so, dear brothers and sisters, I plead with you to give your bodies to God because of all he has done for you. Let them be a living and holy sacrifice—the kind he will find acceptable. This is truly the way to worship him. 2 Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect. (Romans 12:1-2)

WEEKLY ASSIGNMENT FEATURE:

 

Ask the Lord to show you at least one person or possession whom you have yet to dedicate to Him. 

 

Additional Resources:

 

• For more on the Overcast podcast app, go to https://overcast.fm/

I WANT TO BEGIN A PERSONAL RELATIONSHIP WITH JESUS CHRIST. 

 

RESOURCES USED FOR BOOK OF 1 & 2 Samuel PODCASTS:

• “The Wiersbe Bible Commentary: The Complete Old Testament OT in One Volume”
• “The Tony Evans Bible Commentary: Advancing God’s Kingdom Agenda”
• “Life Application Study Bible”
• “The Swindoll Study Bible: NLT” by Charles R. Swindoll
• Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary
• Exalting Jesus in 1 & 2 Samuel (Christ-Centered Exposition Commentary) by J. D. Greear, Heath A. Thomas
• “The Baker Illustrated Bible Background Commentary” by J. Scott Duvall and J. Daniel Hays (Editors)

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This podcast is hosted by Kim Smith, a small town Country Girl who left her comfort zone to follow Jesus in a big City World. Now, she wants to use God's Word and lessons from her faith journey to encourage others in loving Jesus.

 

In each episode, Kim will share insights regarding a portion of God's Word and challenge listeners to apply the lessons to their daily lives.

 

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Remember, “It’s Always a Trust & Obey Kinda Day!”

 

If you have questions or comments or would like to learn more about how to follow Jesus, please email Kim at EncouragingOthersinLovingJesus@gmail.com.

 

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Reference:

Unless otherwise indicated, all Scripture quotations are taken from the Tyndale House Publishers. Holy Bible: New Living Translation. Wheaton, Ill: Tyndale House Publishers, 2004.

 

Podcast recorded through Zencastr and edited through GarageBand. The soundtrack was created in GarageBand by Kim Smith.

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