Robert J Dowie

ID 54605Mar 31, 1995

Expounds on the believer's future resurrection and glorification, drawing parallels from the Song of Solomon's expressions of love to Christ's love for His church. It highlights the promise of a new, spiritual body, contrasting it with the corruptible earthly body, and emphasizes the hope found in Christ's return. The message uses passages from 1 Corinthians 15 and 1 Thessalonians 4 to illustrate the resurrection, the reunion with loved ones, and the ultimate victory over death. It concludes by urging believers to live steadfastly and abound in the work of the Lord, knowing their labor is not in vain because of the glorious future awaiting them.

ID 54604Mar 31, 1995

Jesus Christ is altogether lovely, and It unpacks that truth by examining the phrase from Song of Solomon 5:9. The examples highlight that Jesus is uniquely the "door" to salvation, contrasting this with the multiplicity of paths offered by other religions, drawing parallels to Noah's ark as the single point of entry. The sermon emphasizes that Jesus is not merely a prophet but the Way, the Truth, and the Life, the only one who can bring us to the Father. The message concludes by urging listeners to recognize Jesus' singular loveliness, not just as a past experience but as a present reality, and to share this testimony with the world.

ID 54598Mar 30, 1995

The multifaceted nature of "my beloved" as depicted in the Song of Solomon, highlighting Christ's unique excellence, His supportive presence, and the power of His voice. It emphasizes that Christ stands out among humanity, offering rest, refuge, and sweet satisfaction, and that His loving embrace provides essential support for both the mind and emotions, as illustrated by passages like Philippians 4:7. The message further details the life-giving power of Christ's voice, which calls the spiritually dead to life, and contrasts His gracious, gentle voice with His authoritative, discerning voice that exposes sin and calls for repentance, as seen in John 5:24 and Revelation 1:10-15. Ultimately, the sermon portrays Christ as possessing divine vitality, enabling believers to overcome insurmountable challenges, and as a constant presence behind life's difficulties, urging listeners to fix their eyes on Him.

ID 54344Mar 30, 1995

Jesus Christ is uniquely superior to all other men, like an apple tree standing out among the trees of the forest. The sermon explores his divine nature and role as heir and creator of all things, contrasting him with earthly figures and highlighting his role in God's plan. The core lesson is that Christ's unique personhood offers believers a place of rest, refuge, and satisfaction, symbolized by sitting under the apple tree's shadow. This leads to a life of great delight and rejoicing, as his provision is sweet and abundant, reflecting God's perfect love and purpose.

ID 54342Mar 29, 1995

Identifies believers as lilies among thorns, symbolizing God's glory and beauty amidst a sinful world. It draws parallels between the lily's effortless splendor and the Christian's inherent glory in Christ, contrasting it with the transient glory of earthly kings like Solomon. The message emphasizes that this divine glory is not earned through works but is a gift, and it calls for believers to live out this glory by obeying God's word, which refreshes Him as much as His word refreshes us. The sermon concludes by highlighting the mutual refreshment found in obedience, where believers are nourished by God, and God is delighted by their willing submission.

ID 54341Mar 29, 1995

The Song of Solomon 1:9 comparison of the beloved to a company of horses in Pharaoh's chariots, arguing it's a compliment signifying the bride's value to Christ. It develops this by outlining seven characteristics of these horses: costly (redeemed by Christ's blood), chosen (elected by God), close (maintaining unity in the Spirit), clean (washed by the Word), controlled (filled with the Holy Spirit), contented (assured by God's presence), and commissioned (to carry Christ to the world). The sermon concludes by urging believers to live as a distinct, holy, and unified company that reflects well on Christ, enabling them to effectively share the gospel.