"A Goodly Heritage" - Psalms 16:1-11
A Goodly Heritage Because Of Our Heavenly Father Above
- Pastor begins with a reading from Psalms 16.
- King David praises the Lord for Israel's heritage and the land given as an eternal possession.
- Key Verses: Psalms 16:5-6
"The LORD is the portion of mine inheritance and of my cup: thou maintainest my lot. The lines are fallen unto me in pleasant places; yea, I have a goodly heritage."
- The Lord's choice of Israel and the land given by God alone.
- World's rejection of this land is perilous; nations that oppose Israel face the Lord's judgment.
A Goodly Heritage Because Of Our Homeland On Earth
- The United States has a great heritage and has sent more missionaries than all other nations combined.
- Remarkable similarities between the "new world" and the land spied out by Joshua and Caleb.
- Thanks to God for this nation, though it is deteriorating and may end up rejecting Israel.
A Goodly Heritage Because Of Our Heavenly Harbor Awaiting Us
- Daily gratitude for the promise of a safe harbor in Heaven.
- Requirement: Being born again to secure a spot in Glory Land.
- Salvation requires:
- Heartfelt prayer for forgiveness of sins.
- Belief in Jesus Christ's death, resurrection, and confession of faith.
- Unashamed proclamation of what Jesus has done.
- Call to action: "Today is the day of Salvation!"