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Bill Teubl explores Psalm 37:1-11, focusing on the theme of avoiding fretting over evildoers. He emphasizes trusting God’s sovereignty, delighting in Him, and patiently waiting for His justice. The sermon encourages believers to root themselves in Scripture and surrender their reputations to God, especially when facing evil or division.
- [00:00] Introduces Psalm 37:1-11, highlighting the command not to fret over evildoers, who will “fade like grass.”
- [01:46] Shares how revisiting familiar Scripture passages deepens faith and reveals new insights.
- [04:17] Explores the Hebrew meaning of “fret” (to burn with anger), stressing it’s a passionate response to evil, not trivial frustrations.
- [09:27] Challenges listeners to discern true evil (e.g., division) from personal dislikes, urging hatred of sin but love for sinners.
- [13:05] Uses 2 Peter 2:9 to affirm God’s control over evil’s limits and timing.
- [16:55] Lists three responses to evil:
- Trust God (v. 3): Dwell securely and do good.
- Delight in Him (v. 4): Receive heart-aligned desires.
- Commit (roll) your way to Him (v. 5): Surrender burdens, including reputation (v. 6).
- [25:43] Compares patient waiting (v. 7) to labor—a painful yet purposeful process yielding God’s fruit.
- [31:31] Closes by urging reliance on God’s vindication and timing when facing evil.
Scripture References
- Psalm 37:1-11
- 2 Peter 2:9
- Proverbs (implied, unnamed reference)
- Colossians 2 (implied, unnamed reference)
- Genesis (implied, unnamed reference to Jacob/Rachel)
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