# 🙏 Sermon Notes - When it all falls apart - pt 5 ## 🎙 Speaker: Pastor Nelson Vazquez - National Reserves ## 📅 Date: 2023 November 26 Sunday - Post-Thanksgiving, 4 weeks to Christmas ## 📍 Location: Lifehouse Church - How does the location influence the context of the sermon? ## 📜 Title: When it all falls apart - pt 5 - Are we still studying Job? --- ### 🗒 Summary - What is the central message or summary of today's sermon? Are we in a difficult time, struggle, or suffering? Do we cry or sob? Is my suffering my identity? Do I stay in my suffering? [Job 38:1-3](https://www.bible.com/bible/8/JOB.38.1-3) [[Bible/AMP/Job/Job 38#1|Job 38,1-3]] Then the LORD answered Job out of the whirlwind and said, "Who is this that darkens counsel [questioning my authority and wisdom] By words without knowledge? "Now gird up your loins like a man, And I will ask you, and you instruct Me! [[Bible/AMP/Job/Job 38#2|]] [[Bible/AMP/Job/Job 38#3|]] Give space for God to operate. God presents a response to Job. He didn‘t answer Job‘s question. Who is Job fighting? His mind, his thoughts, his pains, or God himself? Can Job see God is pleased with him? Know your fight. He is in your corner. [Job 38:1-9](https://www.bible.com/bible/8/JOB.38.1-9) [[Bible/AMP/Job/Job 38#1|Job 38,1-9]] Then the LORD answered Job out of the whirlwind and said, "Who is this that darkens counsel [questioning my authority and wisdom] By words without knowledge? "Now gird up your loins like a man, And I will ask you, and you instruct Me! "Where were you when I laid the foundation of the earth? Tell _Me_, if you know _and_ have understanding. "Who determined the measurements [of the earth], if you know? Or who stretched the [measuring] line on it? "On what were its foundations fastened? Or who laid its cornerstone, When the morning stars sang together And all the sons of God (angels) shouted for joy? "Or who enclosed the sea with doors When it burst forth and went out of the womb; When I made the clouds its garment And thick darkness its swaddling band, [[Bible/AMP/Job/Job 38#2|]][[Bible/AMP/Job/Job 38#3|]][[Bible/AMP/Job/Job 38#4|]][[Bible/AMP/Job/Job 38#5|]][[Bible/AMP/Job/Job 38#6|]][[Bible/AMP/Job/Job 38#7|]][[Bible/AMP/Job/Job 38#8|]][[Bible/AMP/Job/Job 38#9|]] Take time to listen to God. You know he is in your corner. [Job 42:2-3](https://www.bible.com/bible/8/JOB.42.2-3) [[Bible/AMP/Job/Job 42#2|Job 42,2-3]] "I know that You can do all things, And that no thought _or_ purpose of Yours can be restrained. "[You said to me] 'Who is this that darkens _and_ obscures counsel [by words] without knowledge?' <mark style="background: #ADCCFFA6;">Therefore [I now see] I have [rashly] uttered that which I did not understand, Things too wonderful for me, which I did not know.</mark> [[Bible/AMP/Job/Job 42#3|]] Stop opposing yourself, or putting yourself in a harmful position by cutting them short. Why are we self-sabotaging? God loved this world so much that He gave us His son to rescue us from being lost. It is a sacrifice for us. God is for us. I don‘t have to ask questions about how He perceives me. Fight with God, not against Him. He is in our corner. He is for us. [Job 40:3-5](https://www.bible.com/bible/8/JOB.40.3-5) [[Bible/AMP/Job/Job 40#3|Job 40,3-5]] Then Job replied to the LORD and said, "Behold, I am of little importance _and_ contemptible; what can I reply to You? I lay my hand on my mouth. "I have spoken once, but I will not reply again-- Indeed, twice [I have answered], and I will add nothing further." [[Bible/AMP/Job/Job 40#4|]][[Bible/AMP/Job/Job 40#5|]] [Job 42:2-6](https://www.bible.com/bible/8/JOB.42.2-6) [[Bible/AMP/Job/Job 42#2|Job 42,2-6]] "I know that You can do all things, And that no thought _or_ purpose of Yours can be restrained. "[You said to me] 'Who is this that darkens _and_ obscures counsel [by words] without knowledge?' Therefore [I now see] I have [rashly] uttered that which I did not understand, Things too wonderful for me, which I did not know. 'Hear, please, and I will speak; I will ask You, and You instruct [and answer] me.' "I had heard of You [only] by the hearing of the ear, But now my [spiritual] eye sees You. "Therefore I retract [my words and hate myself] And I repent in dust and ashes." [[Bible/AMP/Job/Job 42#3|]] [[Bible/AMP/Job/Job 42#4|]] [[Bible/AMP/Job/Job 42#5|]] [[Bible/AMP/Job/Job 42#6|]] People will not keep you stuck. God will change how we see the circumstances. ### 🌟 Key Themes - What are the major themes or topics covered? ### 📖 Scripture Breakdown - Which scriptures are mentioned, and what are my observations about them? ### 🗨 Quotes - What are some impactful quotes said during the sermon? Know your fight. He is in your corner. Fight with God, not against Him. He is in our corner. He is for us. ### 🤔 Questions to Ponder - What questions do I have after listening to the sermon? ### 📚 References - What additional resources were mentioned for further study? ### 🎤 Personal Testimonies - Were there any personal stories shared? What impact did they have? ### 🌍 Cultural/Social Context - How does the sermon address current social or cultural issues? ### 🎨 Visuals/Analogies - What visuals, metaphors, or analogies were used, and how do they aid understanding? ### 🎵 Worship Songs - What worship songs were played, and how do they relate to the sermon? ### 🙏 Prayer Focus - What specific areas were highlighted for prayer? ### ✍ Illustrative Stories - What illustrative stories or parables were used and what did they teach? ### 🔄 Application to Daily Life - How can I apply the teachings of this sermon in my daily life? ### 📅 Historical Context - What historical context was provided for the scripture or topic? --- ### 🧠 Critical Evaluation of the Sermon #### Biblical Accuracy - Does the sermon faithfully represent the scriptures it references? - Are interpretations in line with the broader context of the Bible? #### Theological Soundness - How does the sermon align with established Christian doctrine and theology? - Are there any unorthodox or controversial viewpoints? #### Practical Application - How does the sermon apply biblical truths to everyday life? #### Cultural and Historical Context - Is the historical and cultural context of the scriptures considered? #### Speaker’s Intent and Delivery - What seems to be the speaker's main intent or goal? - Is the sermon delivered respectfully and humbly? #### Personal Reflection and Discernment - How does the sermon resonate with my own understanding? - What personal convictions or insights emerged? #### Community Feedback and Discussion - What are the reactions and interpretations of others who heard the sermon? --- ### 📑 Main Points 1. 2. 3. ### 📖 Scriptures Referenced - - - ### 💭 Personal Reflections - How did this sermon resonate with me personally? ### 🙌 Actionable Takeaways - What actions can I take based on this sermon's message? ### 🙏 Prayer Points - What personal prayer points have emerged from this sermon? ---