21/09/2025
SUNDAY SERVICE | THE FUTILITY OF MAN'S EFFORT APART FROM GOD!
PSALM 127:1-2
Nisi Dominus Frusta - a Latin phrase which means "Without the LORD, Frustration".
It is the motto of the city of Edinburgh, Scotland, appearing on its crest, and is affixed to the city's official documents. It serves as a reminder to people who are trying to live their lives without the Almighty God.
Psalm 127, teaches the imperative of having GOD in our lives.
Otherwise,
I. ALL OUR PLANS WILL FAIL. v.1
"They labor in vain".
Whether the house here is a literal house, temple(house of God) or a family, the message is clear, it will not stand.
The earth is the Lord's and He is sovereign. He has full control of everything, including earthquakes, super typhoon, and other natural calamities that could wreck every establishment.
Matt. 7:24
Every believer is a builder; the house he is building is the salvation of his soul. He has to dig deep into God's Word โtil he reaches the Rock, the solid foundation.
II. ALL SECURITY MEASURES ARE IN VAIN. V.1
"The guards stand in vain".
*The Israelites built houses with panneled doors made of bricks and strong materials, yet were destroyed by the Babylonians.
*Jericho is known for its great wall, yet it collapsed when the Israelites marched around it.
Nothing can give us absolute security except the Lord.
Romans 8:31
If God is for us. Who can be against us? He is the Rock of our salvation. In Him, there is protection, security, peace of mind, and salvation.
III. ALL HUMAN EFFORTS ARE POINTLESS V.2
"You rise up early and sleep late."
Our goal in this life is to succeed in all areas of life.
We work hard to attain our goal but surprisingly, we fail. We work more than eight hours a day, yet we still fall short of our goal. What's the problem?
Others thought they have attained their goals, yet were chasing by anomalies and accusations.
Real success comes from God.
Joshua 1:8, "you will become successful and prosperous"
Matt. 6:33, "all these things will be given to you as well"
Phils. 4:19, "But my God shall supply all your needs"
The LORD will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steafast, because they TRUST Him.