23-0903p - Detailed Summary

The speaker introduces a lesson titled "Satisfied with the Lord," inspired by a song about being satisfied with God.

The speaker reflects on song lyrics suggesting a mutual satisfaction between the Lord and the believer.

The lesson is presented as a personal journey, focusing on following God’s plan for salvation to achieve and maintain satisfaction with the Lord.

The speaker expresses intent to continue from where the morning session left off.

Discusses the need for faithfulness to the end, referencing Revelation 2:10, and the significance of baptism in walking in newness of life as per Matthew 6:33.

Highlights the necessity of faith to please God (Hebrews 11:6) and the promise of provision for basic needs if one seeks God first.

If one is satisfied with the Lord, they will seek Him diligently.

Introduces the topic of worshiping God on His terms, referencing John 4 where Jesus speaks about worship not being confined to specific locations.

Jesus discusses true worship with the Samaritan woman, stating that true worshipers will worship in spirit and truth.

Clarifies that God seeks those who worship in spirit and truth, not bound by traditional places or methods.

Worship is described as giving adoration to God for His provision, especially salvation, and must be according to scriptural truth.

Lists worship components: prayer, teaching, singing, collection, and Lord’s Supper, noting that some elements are for specific times.

Collection and Lord’s Supper are to be done on the Lord’s Day, while other elements like prayer and teaching can occur anytime.

Emphasizes prayer with thanksgiving, even in adversity, as instructed by Paul in Philippians.

Prayer in communal worship involves thanksgiving and supplication, addressing needs to God.

Discusses the command to make disciples, teaching and baptizing in the name of the Trinity.

Teaching is essential for making disciples, involving baptism and further instruction.

Paul instructs Timothy to teach others, emphasizing the continuity and transmission of faith.

Advocates for singing without instruments, focusing on singing as a way to speak to one another and honor God.

Argues that the scriptures only mention singing with the heart, not mechanical instruments.

Further supports a cappella singing, linking it to doing all in the name of the Lord Jesus.

Emphasizes using voices for teaching, admonishing, and singing, not mechanical instruments.

Describes the collection for the saints to be done on the first day of the week.

The practice of collection is mandated for the first day of the week, as instructed to the churches of Galatia and Corinth.

Critiques the practice of taking up collections on days other than the Lord’s Day.

Describes the institution of the Lord’s Supper by Jesus, involving bread and fruit of the vine.

The Lord’s Supper is to be done in remembrance of Jesus, symbolizing His body and blood.

Discusses that the Lord’s Supper should be taken on the first day of the week, not randomly throughout the week.

Uses Acts 20:7 to support that the Lord’s Supper was observed on the first day of the week.

Reiterates that the breaking of bread was a special observance, not a common meal, done on the first day.

If one is satisfied with the Lord, they will follow His prescribed worship practices diligently.

Jesus sanctifies through God’s Word, which is truth.

Scriptures like Genesis 1 and Psalms 33 affirm that the world was created by God’s spoken word, underscoring its power and authority.

Describes how God’s Word has the power to create, referencing Psalms 33 where it’s said that by God’s Word, the heavens were made.

Highlights that the Word of God is not dead but living and powerful, as read in Hebrews 4:12-13.

Contrasts the common view of the Bible as a "dead letter" with its actual nature as living and powerful.

Further explains Hebrews 4:12, describing the Word as sharper than any two-edged sword, capable of discerning thoughts and intentions.

Emphasizes the need to be satisfied with the Lord and His Word to follow what pleases Him.

Notes that nothing is hidden from God’s sight, reinforcing the accountability to His Word.

Illustrates God’s intimate knowledge of us through the metaphor of a spiritual autopsy.

Warns against adding to or subtracting from God’s Word, citing Deuteronomy 4:2 as an example of this command.

Reiterates that God’s command was to keep His Word as given, without alteration.

Provides another scriptural reference from Deuteronomy 12:32 reinforcing the prohibition against modifying God’s commands.

Questions if the command against altering scripture applies only to Israel or universally.

Cites Revelation 22:18-19, where altering the prophecy leads to severe consequences, suggesting this applies to all scripture.

Emphasizes God’s warning against tampering with His Word.

Discusses the dangers of substituting or adding to God’s Word, which leads to disobeying His commands.

Recaps the importance of being satisfied with the Lord, His plan of salvation, His terms of worship, and His Word.

Begins to express concern about changes or deviations from traditional teachings within the Christian community.

Suggests some within the brotherhood might be dissatisfied with the Lord, leading to political maneuvers and deviation from divine truth.

Critiques the fellowship with those who use instruments in worship, despite teaching otherwise.

Points out the contradiction of teaching against instrumental music yet fellowshipping with those who practice it.

Discusses the issue of women preachers, which is seen as contrary to scriptural authority based on 1 Timothy 2:12-14.

Sets up to read from 1 Timothy to clarify the biblical stance on women teaching or having authority over men.

Reads and interprets 1 Timothy 2:12-14 to argue against women preaching to mixed audiences.

Highlights a well-known figure’s stance on women preachers and criticizes the lack of adherence to scriptural teaching.

Criticizes Pepperdine University for adopting practices like instrumental music and women preachers, which are seen as departures from traditional doctrine.

Describes visual evidence of these changes, like instruments on stage at Pepperdine.

Notes the lack of opposition from the broader Christian community to these changes.

Acknowledges the existence of those who remain faithful to traditional interpretations of scripture.

Concludes with the enduring nature of scripture, citing 1 Peter 1:25 and Isaiah 40:8, affirming its lasting truth against error.

Ends with an invitation to be satisfied with the Lord, suggesting obedience leads to pleasing God, and extends an invitation for spiritual commitment.