Brief Summary
This video is a recording of a Wednesday night revival service at Theodore Church of God, featuring guest speaker Brother Moxley. The sermon focuses on the importance of praise and worship in the life of a believer, arguing that praise magnifies God, takes the place of Satan, and unlocks blessings. The service includes lively music, personal testimonies, and an altar call, encouraging attendees to actively engage in praising God.
- Importance of praise and worship
- Praise magnifies God
- Praise unlocks blessings
Praise and Worship Service Begins
The service starts with a warm welcome and an invitation to praise the Lord. The speaker expresses his belief that someone will be saved and that questions will be answered through the Holy Spirit. The congregation is encouraged to lift up God's name and express gratitude for the opportunity to gather and hear His word.
Musical Worship
The congregation engages in musical worship, singing hymns and praise songs. The lyrics emphasize trust in God, His faithfulness, and the joy and peace found in Him. The atmosphere is energetic, with attendees clapping and singing along.
Introduction of Guest Speaker: Brother Moxley
The speaker expresses gratitude for the week's revival services and introduces Brother Moxley, emphasizing the blessings and revival experienced during the week. Visitors are welcomed, and the congregation is encouraged to greet one another.
Brother Moxley's Ministry and Invitation to Partner
Brother Moxley shares his calling to evangelize across the United States, highlighting his ministry's work with boys camps, widows, and soul-winning crusades. He invites the congregation to partner with his ministry through financial support, explaining that donations will go towards missions and are tax-deductible. He recounts a story of providing school supplies and Bibles to a school in West Virginia, where the principal invited him to speak about Jesus.
Offering and Blessing
The pastor encourages the congregation to partner with Brother Moxley's ministry and bless him with an offering. A prayer is offered, asking God to bless those who give sacrificially.
Musical Interlude: "I Believe"
The congregation sings "I Believe," a song affirming faith in Jesus Christ, His sacrifice, resurrection, and promises. The lyrics emphasize unwavering trust and belief in God's power and faithfulness.
Sermon: Created to Praise
Brother Moxley begins his sermon by emphasizing the importance of praise and how the enemy attacks it. He references Psalms 139:14, stating that we are fearfully and wonderfully made to praise God. He encourages the congregation to praise Him freely, regardless of their musical abilities, noting that praise is perfected even in children (Matthew 21:15-16).
The Power and Accessibility of Praise
Brother Moxley shares a personal anecdote about his grandson praising Jesus while squirrel hunting, leading to an unexpected encounter with wild hogs. He emphasizes that praise is not limited to those with special talents but is accessible to everyone. He highlights Psalms 22:3, noting that God inhabits the praises of His people.
Unwavering Praise and God's Promise
Brother Moxley references Habakkuk 3:17-18, emphasizing that there is never a reason not to praise God, even in difficult circumstances. He introduces the concept of a "yet praise," where one praises God despite hardships. He also references Psalm 107:2, stating that the redeemed should praise God, and Luke 19:37-40, where Jesus affirms the praises of His disciples.
Personal Testimony and the Importance of Authentic Praise
Brother Moxley shares a story about a church dedication where a man named Chip, who had been healed, danced enthusiastically, despite the presence of dignitaries. This illustrates that authentic praise can be disruptive but is often what people are truly hungry for.
Magnifying God Through Praise
Brother Moxley explains that praise magnifies God, bringing Him closer to the world. He uses the analogy of a microscope and a rifle scope to illustrate that magnification doesn't make something bigger, but brings it into clearer focus. He references Psalms 34:1-3, emphasizing the importance of exalting God's name together.
The Importance of Sabbath and Corporate Worship
Brother Moxley references Exodus 31, highlighting the seriousness with which God views the Sabbath. He emphasizes that corporate worship is essential because it allows the community to magnify God and demonstrate His presence to the world.
Satan's Fall and the Believer's Role in Worship
Brother Moxley explains that Satan hates worship because believers have taken his place as worshipers of God. He references Isaiah 14 and Ezekiel 28, describing Satan's original role as a worship leader in heaven. He contrasts Satan's fall with God's creation of humanity, giving them the ability to praise Him through song, shouting, and clapping.
The Power of Testimony and Praise in Spiritual Warfare
Brother Moxley references Isaiah 30:29-32, emphasizing that believers have a unique song to sing and that God will cause His voice to be heard through their praise. He explains that the enemy is beaten down through the voice of the Lord and the testimony of believers. He references Psalms 150, encouraging everyone to praise the Lord with various instruments and expressions.
The Promise of Blessing Through Praise
Brother Moxley references Psalm 67, emphasizing that God blesses those who praise Him. He explains that every blessing comes from the earth, and that praise unlocks these blessings. He contrasts the strength of nations that trust in God with those that have turned away from Him.
Invitation to Praise and Altar Call
Brother Moxley invites the congregation to participate in a two-minute period of unrestrained praise, promising that God will bless them as a result. He encourages them to give God their best praise, whether through dancing, shouting, or kneeling.
Praise and Worship
The congregation engages in a period of intense praise and worship, with music and singing. Brother Moxley encourages them to continue praising God and to expect a blessing.
Testimony and Final Blessing
Brother Moxley encourages the congregation to praise God for the blessing they have received. The service concludes with a final song and a blessing from the pastor, who encourages attendees to return on Sunday and invite others.
