He Brought Me Out*

Psalm 40:1–3 “I waited patiently for the Lord; And he inclined unto me, and heard my cry. He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay, And set my feet upon a rock, and established my goings. And he hath put a new song in my mouth, even praise unto our God: Many shall see it, and fear, and shall trust in the Lord.”

Context/Cultural Background

The text we just read describes the quandary of a man who finds himself trapped in a slimy pit of mud and mire, a man who is saved by God. God places his upon a rock and provided a stable place to stand. This man was King David.

It is interesting to note that it was king David who was in this dilema. David was the beloved king of Israel, who served with strength and wisdom for forty years. David who was anointed, favored and endorsed by God, who referred to him as “ a man after His own heart.” This David, we recall, endeavored to maintain a constant communion with God, and penned nearly half of the Psalms testifying of God’s grace. However in Psalm 40, he depicts himself as having been stuck in a pit, unable to free himself.

And I submit to you that even the most Godly saint can experience hardships as they journey through life in their walk with the Lord. Whether you are a king or a preacher, mature seasoned saint or new believer, old or young, there are times and seasons in life that you will find yourself trapped in a muddy pit.

The conundrum of the Pit

Chapter 38 of Jeremiah recounts a notable event where Jeremiah is cast into a cistern due to his unwelcome prophecies regarding Jerusalem's fall to the Babylonians. The cistern, devoid of water, spared Jeremiah from drowning. However, he sank into the centuries-old mud at the bottom, into the "mud and mire." Without the intervention of Ebed-Melech, a Cushite, who pleaded with the king on Jeremiah's behalf, Jeremiah would have met his end there. Following the king's orders, the benevolent Cushite, with thirty men, rescued Jeremiah from the cistern using ropes.

Jeremiah 38:6 “Then took they Jeremiah, and cast him into the dungeon of Malchiah the son of Hammelech, that was in the court of the prison: and they let down Jeremiah with cords. And in the dungeon there was no water, but mire: so Jeremiah sunk in the mire.”

While Jeremiah literally found himself in a literal "mud and mire" of a pit, these terms are merely metaphorical in Psalm 40.

The exact circumstances David referred to are unknown, but they likely represent a time in his life when he felt ensnared by his situation, unable to extricate himself, as we might express it.

People who found themselves in a pit- David, paul, job, Joseph.

(You) It is fortunate that the exact nature of this pit remains unknown, beacuse it allows us to more readily identify with David's metaphorical 'slimy pits'. What is your 'slimy pit'? That is a question only you can answer. However, I can suggest several potential examples.

Emotional Expereince in the Pit

1. David was deeply entrenched in a dark depression, described as being "down," in a state of severe despondency and despair. We understand the factors that can lead one into such a pit: grief, failure, and an overwhelming number of tasks.

However, sin is the primary force that removes life's buoyancy, subjecting it to a dreadful gravity that drags it into the depths of helplessness, darkness, and despair. This is the terrible pit where we have all found ourselves at some point.

The pit of sin is one such example. Some individuals are ensnared in the quagmire of sin. David himself fell into this pit at one point in his life, though it is unclear if this is the pit he refers to in Psalm 40. His descent began when he shirked his kingly duties during wartime. While relaxing in Jerusalem, he noticed Bathsheba bathing on a nearby rooftop. Despite learning she was the wife of Uriah, a soldier, David summoned her to his palace, slept with her, and upon discovering her pregnancy, orchestrated Uriah's death in battle. David remained in this state for nearly a year, as recounted in 2 Samuel 11.

Perhaps you find yourself trapped in a similar sin, where one misdeed begets another. You are aware of the spiral, yet escape eludes you. This is the nature of sin; as Romans 1 articulates, it exerts a relentless downward pull. When ensnared, there is no depth to which one might not sink. In such times, one must seek help, and often, that help can only come from God.

The pit of bad habits ensnares many. Some habits are devastating, such as drug addiction, while others are less severe but still detrimental, like unchecked anger, self-pity, indolence, or overindulgence. However, it's possible to break free from bad habits and cultivate new ones. But where does one learn these new habits? The optimal source is God, who created us in His likeness and seeks to shape us into the full stature of Jesus Christ's character. To achieve this transformation, one must turn to Him for assistance.

The Pit of Destruction

It is possible that the reference may be to a mode of hunting, anciently practised in the East, and still practised in some parts of the East, in the interior of Africa, and in some of the Polynesian Islands. When a dangerous wild animal was to be captured, a large hole was dug in the ground. At the bottom of the pit thus dug a goat was placed as bait, and the opening of the pit was covered with light branches and foliage. The wild animal, attracted by the bleating of the goat, made a spring in the dark for the goat, fell through the branches, and was securely trapped. From this point of view David had fallen, or been tempted into, a pit of sin; and had been plucked by the mercy of God from the clinging mire of its bottom and the slippery clay of its sides, and placed upon the sure foothold of a rock.

2. The psalmist's condition includes another aspect described as "horrible," the "horrible pit," or "the pit of noise," as noted in the margin. Isn't this a common modern experience? When one is in the pit, they are bombarded with a blend of conflicting voices. Amazing how everyone begins to offer doagnosis to your situation. One voice may claim our depression is imaginary, a product of our thoughts and dreams. Another might suggest a slight ailment, promising a quick fix by a doctor within a week. Yet another insists on the need for the Divine over any physician. It is indeed a "pit of noise" and confusion.

Another pit is that of failure and defeat. For some, this pit represents continual personal failure, be it in their career, education, home life, or relationships. They feel as though their entire existence has been a sequence of unrelenting setbacks, with success forever out of reach.

I cannot provide the answer for your specific situation, and I do not wish to diminish your feelings of discouragement. However, I can assure you that God has plans for your success in areas He has chosen for you, and He will empower you to achieve them, even if they differ from your current endeavors. The starting point is to follow David's example, who began by presenting his troubles to the Lord. While I'm not certain what David meant by 'the pit,' he certainly faced significant setbacks early in his life. Despite his efforts, he could not gain King Saul's approval, who pursued him relentlessly out of hatred and envy. It took years before the Lord acted to remove Saul and ultimately place David on the throne. If you feel defeated, take your defeats to God and wait on Him. David 'waited patiently for the Lord,' as stated in the opening of Psalm 40 (verse 1). By waiting patiently, you too will discover that God has meaningful tasks for you and will grant you substantial triumphs at the right time.

3. The phrase "miry clay" characterizes a third aspect of the supplicant's depression. It's an experience we're all familiar with: the sensation of losing solid ground, lacking a stable foothold, with nothing reliable to stand on.

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The pit of circumstances is another type of pit, exemplified by the severe trials the Apostle Paul describes in 1 and 2 Corinthians. These trials were not due to sin, failure, or bad habits. In fact, Paul faced persecution because of his commitment to Jesus Christ.

Paul

"Five times I received from the Jews the forty lashes minus one. Three times I was beaten with rods, once I was stoned, three times I was shipwrecked, I spent a night and a day in the open sea, I have been constantly on the move. I have been in danger from rivers, in danger from bandits, in danger from my own countrymen, in danger from Gentiles; in danger in the city, in danger in the country, in danger at sea; and in danger from false brothers. I have labored and toiled and have often gone without sleep; I have known hunger and thirst and have often gone without food; I have been cold and naked. Besides everything else, I face daily the pressure of my concern for all the churches" (2 Cor. 11:24–28; cf. 1 Cor. 4:9–13; 2 Cor. 6:4–10).

Such circumstances could be a pitfall for anyone. However, Paul sought assistance from God, who responded. Although the circumstances remained unchanged, God aided Paul, enabling him to declare, "We are hard-pressed on every side, yet not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed" (2 Cor. 4:8–9).

David's testimony regarding his own challenging and seemingly hopeless situation is that God listened and assisted him progressively. This is the essence of verses 1–3. He recounts that God performed five acts: God turned to him, acknowledging his distress, God heard his cry, God raised him from the pit, God set his feet upon a rock, providing a stable place to stand, and God put a new song of praise in his mouth.

What did David do while He was in The Pit? He Waited Paitently on the Lord

TENSION IN THE TEXT

This passage really connects with us today n be interpreted as reflecting the experiences of God's people. However, I am not convinced that all of us could accurately recite the first verse.

There is a tension in our text today. It says David waited patiently. How is it that David waits Patiently yet in the same sentence, the text contiunes to say He heard my cry. Because while David’s cry might have been a cry for help. A more accurate nariative of our present experience would read like this, "I waited impatiently for the Lord"? Because, we don’t like to wait on the Lord.

We want it and we want it now. We would rather skip the line and jump ahead. - Wheter it is 6 flags, delayed flights, packages in the mail, we don’t like to wait on people. Time is too short to waste time. We dont like waiting. And your’e not alone:

1. Abraham's behavior. When he left Ur of the Chaldeans to become a pilgrim in Canaan, God promised he would father a great nation. Yet, even as the patriarch of faith, he entered an ill-advised pact with an Egyptian; consequently, with dire outcomes ensuing, he did not wait patiently for the Lord.

2. Consider Rebekah's actions. The Lord had assured that her younger son, Jacob, would receive the covenant blessing. Unable to envision how this would occur, she grew impatient, took measures to preempt God's timing, and interfered with the course of Providence. Impetuous woman! She expedited the event, orchestrating the deceit upon Isaac that shattered their family harmony forever. Rebekah and he outpaced Providence; they did not wait patiently for the Lord.

II. Observe David's own example of waiting on the Lord. A merchant facing poor trade or other challenging situations might resort to dishonesty instead of trusting God to navigate him through or support him amidst these trials. Or a destitute individual, rather than relying on Providence for his needs and entrusting his offspring to the One who attends to the young ravens' cries, when squeezed by necessity, may be tempted to steal. Yet, David frequently faced temptations to impatience. He endured a lengthy wait before the promise to him was realized. His hope of ascending to the throne seemed dim; nevertheless, David placed his hope in the Lord, and patiently

13 How long will you forget me, Lord? Forever? How long will you hide from me? 2 How long must I worry and feel sad in my heart all day? How long will my enemy win over me? 3 Lord, look at me. Answer me, my God; tell me, or I will die. 4 Otherwise my enemy will say, “I have won!” Those against me will rejoice that I’ve been defeated. 5 I trust in your love. My heart is happy because you saved me. 6 I sing to the Lord because he has taken care of me.

The Everyday Bible: New Century Version (Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson, Inc., 2005), Ps 13:title–6.

Application (You statements)

1. We must wait patiently for Providence in life's everyday matters. Many business failures can be traced back to a lack of this patience. People are eager to progress, to gain financial security, to become wealthy.

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2. We must wait patiently for God during life's trials. The same man who boldly faced Goliath now pales in fear before lesser foes. Where is the man who, with faith growing in adversity, declared, "He who delivered me from the lion and the bear will deliver me from this Philistine!"? Yet, he now resorts to feigning madness, drooling on his beard, pretending to be a fool. This stands in stark contrast to Daniel's heroic faith, who, after a night among lions, could tell the worried king, "My God sent His angel, and he shut the mouths of the lions; they have not hurt me." Those who wait on God with piety, prayer, and patience in their trials will share a similar story—they will not be harmed.

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3. We must wait patiently for God to complete our sanctification. While we can't be too earnest or too diligent, we can be too impatient. Be encouraged! "The kingdom of God does not come with your careful observation." A river might seem to flow away from the sea, but it may simply be winding around a hill. A ship might seem to sail away from the harbor, but it's just tacking against the wind, making progress with each turn. Just as the night sky fills with stars one by one, and we grow in other areas gradually, so must we patiently wait for the Lord. (T. Guthrie, D.D.)

How to Wait

In Anticipation - Expectaiton

Wait while you wait

The Benefits of Waiting on the Lord.

I. In waiting for God, we realize how distant we are from Him. God may be close to us, yet we may be far from Him. And we are given time to draw close to him.

II. Waiting cultivates a sense of need that only God can fulfill and our reliance on God. To understand the depth of guilt, one must probe deeply.

III. Waiting unveils God's goodness. When a sinner reflects on their life, they perceive a blend of divine mercy and personal guilt. They witness the golden thread of providence in their life, leading to repentance through God's goodness.

Waiting on God requires the willingness to bear uncertainty, to carry within oneself the unanswered question, lifting the heart to God about it whenever it intrudes upon one's thoughts.

Elisabeth Elliot

Isaiah 40:31 “But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; They shall mount up with wings as eagles; They shall run, and not be weary; And they shall walk, and not faint.”

Psalm 27:14 “Wait on the Lord: Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: Wait, I say, on the Lord.”

Psalm 120:1 “In my distress I cried unto the Lord, And he heard me.”

You may say, I’ve been waiting on the Lord for a long time.

If you have been waiting and crying out to God from a pit, hang on because we serve a God who is willing and able to bring you out of your Pit. Here is what you need to know If you have been crying and waiting patiently on the Lord, Steps to your breakthrough:

He recounts that God took five actions: God turned to him, acknowledging his distress; God heard his cry; God raised him from the pit; God set his feet upon a rock, providing a stable place to stand; and God placed a new song of praise in his mouth.

1. God Leans

Psalm 40:1–3 “I waited patiently for the Lord; And he inclined unto me, and heard my cry. He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay, And set my feet upon a rock, and established my goings. And he hath put a new song in my mouth, even praise unto our God: Many shall see it, and fear, and shall trust in the Lord.”

BefreDraws Near - He responds

Isaiah 57:15 “For thus saith the high and lofty One That inhabiteth eternity, whose name is Holy; I dwell in the high and holy place, With him also that is of a contrite and humble spirit, To revive the spirit of the humble, And to revive the heart of the contrite ones.”

1. "He inclined unto me." This metaphor is wonderfully illustrative. "He extended Himself to reach me." His reach was sufficient to rescue me, even from the deepest abyss.

He is leaning, looking and listening.

God is leaning in my direction

2. God Listens

Psalm 40:1–3 “I waited patiently for the Lord; And he inclined unto me, and heard my cry. He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay, And set my feet upon a rock, and established my goings. And he hath put a new song in my mouth, even praise unto our God: Many shall see it, and fear, and shall trust in the Lord.”

Hears you cry in the Dark. (He cried unto the Lord) You have God’s Attention

I imagine the cave being a dark place. You may not be abe to see but you can be heard

Darkness means - hopelessness, Loneliness, fear, isolation.

Isolation does not mean insignificance

The only thing left for you to do is to cry out.

Psalm 69:2–4 “I sink in deep mire, where there is no standing: I am come into deep waters, where the floods overflow me. I am weary of my crying: my throat is dried: Mine eyes fail while I wait for my God. They that hate me without a cause are more than the hairs of mine head: They that would destroy me, being mine enemies wrongfully, are mighty: Then I restored that which I took not away.”

Psalm 34:17 “The righteous cry, and the Lord heareth, And delivereth them out of all their troubles.”

Psalm 34:6 “This poor man cried, and the Lord heard him, And saved him out of all his troubles.”

(Travelers in a strange town being robbed. They just screamed on top of their lungs and scared)

Your condition or position is not a barrier to God’s attention

There’s nothing wrong with crying in dark places

God hears you in the dark

The devil is afraid of your cry

He hears you, He is keeping record of every tear

Job said I can’t see him but He can see me and he can hear me

He knows. If he knows, then that’s all I need to know is that he knows. Because he knows, he will come through for me. It may not be according to my timing.

You statements- you need to know that He Knows.

Psalm 18

1{To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David, the servant of the LORD, who spake unto the LORD the words of this song in the day that the LORD delivered him from the hand of all his enemies, and from the hand of Saul: And he said,} I will love thee, O LORD, my strength.

2The LORD is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust; my buckler, and the horn of my salvation, and my high tower.

3I will call upon the LORD, who is worthy to be praised: so shall I be saved from mine enemies.

4The sorrows of death compassed me, and the floods of ungodly men made me afraid.

5The sorrows of hell compassed me about: the snares of death prevented me.

6In my distress I called upon the LORD, and cried unto my God: he heard my voice out of his temple, and my cry came before him, even into his ears.

2. "And heard my cry." Much like a mother who, amidst a house full of guests, discerns the cry of her child in the room upstairs. Or akin to a shepherd who detects the distant, solitary bleat of a lost lamb in a ravine on the vast moor.

3. God Lifts

Psalm 40:1–3 “I waited patiently for the Lord; And he inclined unto me, and heard my cry. He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay, And set my feet upon a rock, and established my goings. And he hath put a new song in my mouth, even praise unto our God: Many shall see it, and fear, and shall trust in the Lord.”

A condition of spiritual elevation—“up.”

The Grace of God lifts us up

II. He remembers Divine interventions: "He lifted me out of a terrible pit," reflecting the spiritual condition of the truly virtuous.

1. A state restored by God, from a deplorable condition the sinner has been rescued.

(1) A state of obscurity—a pit, where the sun's brightness does not penetrate the thick darkness.

(2) Suffering—a terrible pit—chilly, dark, dense, chaotic.

(3) Powerlessness, like "miry clay"—constantly sinking into the mire of moral decay, with all faculties overwhelmed and immobilized.

III. His deliverance.

"He brought me out," which means He lifted me from my captivity. We cannot escape on our own; struggling only deepens our entrapment. In the Slough of Despond, one named "Help" comes to our aid.

"He set my feet upon a rock." Previously, I was stuck in the miry clay, plagued by uncertainty, despair, and doubt. Now, He has "enlarged my steps under me," and I stand on the Lord's highway. "And He has established my goings." In doing so, He not only steadies and affirms me but also revitalizes my soul. The relief we feel when, after slogging through thick mud, we step onto a solid, well-built road is well known.

Upon reaching the solid path, we tell each other, "Now we can stride forward." This is what the psalmist implies with "and hath established my goings." We can move forward, indeed, march towards Zion! (J. H. Jowett, M.A.)

4. God Levels

Psalm 40:1–3 “I waited patiently for the Lord; And he inclined unto me, and heard my cry. He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay, And set my feet upon a rock, and established my goings. And he hath put a new song in my mouth, even praise unto our God: Many shall see it, and fear, and shall trust in the Lord.”

A condition of spiritual stability—“And set my feet upon a rock.”

Grace of God establishes

2. A state established by God: "set my feet upon a rock."

(1) His intellect is grounded in truth.

(2) His heart is anchored in love.

(3) His intentions are solidified in action.

5. God Leads

Psalm 40:1–3 “I waited patiently for the Lord; And he inclined unto me, and heard my cry. He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay, And set my feet upon a rock, and established my goings. And he hath put a new song in my mouth, even praise unto our God: Many shall see it, and fear, and shall trust in the Lord.”

A condition of spiritual advancement—“And established my goings.”

The Grace of God Gives new direction.

3. A progressive state ordained by God: "He has established my goings." The godly man's motto is Onward! Today's achievements are tomorrow's starting points.

6. God Placed a New Song on My Lips.

When its all over, God will give you a New Song of Praise

Psalm 40:1–3 “I waited patiently for the Lord; And he inclined unto me, and heard my cry. He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay, And set my feet upon a rock, and established my goings. And he hath put a new song in my mouth, even praise unto our God: Many shall see it, and fear, and shall trust in the Lord.”

A condition of Divine Joy-“And He hath put a new song,” etc.

4. A state of Divine joy: "He has put a new song in my mouth." True piety is synonymous with happiness.

Verse 3. And He has placed a new song in my mouth—a song of the earth anew.

I. Here we find a man astonished to hear himself sing. A new song was placed by God into his mouth, and it was a marvel to him as well. Why such wonder? Others sing; why should it be surprising for you to sing? He replies, "It's surprising that I should sing because I was accustomed to sighing. My evenings were filled with moans and groans, as sin weighed heavily upon me, and God's anger seemed to envelop me in a tangible darkness. If you had seen me then, you wouldn't find it odd that I am now amazed to find myself singing." I understand why your singing astonishes you; is there another reason? "Indeed," he says,

"if you had known me earlier, before I felt God's touch and became aware of my sin, you would have known someone who could sing; but the marvel lies in the fact that I can now sing 'a new song.' I'm relieved you didn't hear my old songs, for they would have brought you no joy. This song is called 'new' not only because it is new to us but also because it is rare. In the Bible, new often describes things that are rich and rare, like a new covenant, a new commandment, and so on. And truly, the praises of God are both rich and rare! Moreover, there's wonder in our new song because it remains ever new. Do you, lovers of the Lord, ever grow tired of Him? Do you, His praisers, ever become weary of extolling His praises?"

II. Here we find a man determined to continue singing, for he declares, "He hath put a new song in my mouth, even praise unto our God: many shall see it, and fear, and shall trust in the Lord"; thus, he intends to persist in singing. I must call upon you once more, old friend, to inquire why you insist on singing. His initial response is, "Because I cannot resist." When God inspires a man to sing, he simply must sing. The venerable Rowland Hill once had a person seated on the pulpit steps who sang with such a discordant, squealing voice that it disheartened the good minister; and naturally, this individual with the jarring voice sang louder than all others. Therefore, during the hymn, Mr. Hill implored him, "Please, my good man, be silent; your terrible noise is disrupting us all." "But," the man protested, "I am singing from my heart, Mr. Hill." "Forgive me, my friend," the preacher conceded, "continue singing if it's heartfelt." Hence, we wouldn't silence anyone, regardless of their vocal quality, if they sing from the heart. Yet, do not sing before everyone; it might be akin to casting pearls before swine. "Nevertheless," he asserts, "I must; I intend to sing before many." Why so? "In my misguided days, I sang before many without shame, singing for the devil. When I should have felt shame, I did not; and now, when there's no cause for shame, I refuse to feel it, and I will sing.

God Makes us a Witness

Evangelism- Testify

Psalm 40:1–3 “I waited patiently for the Lord; And he inclined unto me, and heard my cry. He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay, And set my feet upon a rock, and established my goings. And he hath put a new song in my mouth, even praise unto our God: Many shall see it, and fear, and shall trust in the Lord.”

5. A state of Divine influence: "Many shall see it and fear."

(1) Piety is visible. The true light cannot be hidden.

(2) Piety is revered. "And fear."

(3) Piety is blessed. A pious life naturally influences others towards God.

Many will observe it, become reverent, and place their trust in the Lord. The influence of a virtuous life is profound.

We are never truly alone in our actions; from birth to death, we are intertwined with family, friends, business associates, neighbors, and fellow citizens. Our integrity bolsters their strength, our bravery brings them solace, and our steadfastness affirms their commitment to righteousness. Thus, each individual preaches to their neighbor through their actions, and the most compelling eloquence is that of a righteous life. It stands as evidence to the world that faith is practical and achievable. When a parent couples the gentle teachings of true religion with the enactment of a fair, patient, and affectionate life, they preach to their family in the most impactful manner. Similarly, when a Christian merchant conducts business with honor and fairness, striving for justice for both his customer and himself, he delivers a powerful message to "Go and do likewise." The most effective sermon on patience is demonstrated through tranquility in the face of irritation. The world urgently needs the sermon of good lives; it is the harmonious note capable of soothing all human discord. (J. Bailey, Ph.D.)

Ver. 4. Blessed is the man who maketh the Lord his trust.—The blessedness of making the Lord our trust:—

Many shall see it

Your lovedones will see it.

The enemy will see it

The discouraged will see it

Sinners will see it. and be saved.

Those in a cave will see it and gain new hope.

God want them the See it!

In Closing- The Gospel (Jesus)

Raised from the dreadful pit:

The Lord Jesus knew that there would come a day when he would be brought low in a pit. When he came to earth as the God man he was already in a pit. He was trapped in humantiy yet he was the deliverer of the oppressed and afflicted. He waited in the pit, knowing he could have called 10,000 angels. He cried in the Gardeno f Gethsemane from the pit. If it be possible let this cup pass from me. He carried His cross down the villa delarosa road up to a pit called Calvary. They hung him High the streatched him High, He cried out My God why hast thou forsaken me., He hung his head and for you and I he died.

They layed His lifeless body in a pit. He stayed in that dark pit all day Friday, All day Satruday, he sunk down into Hell and snatched the keys of death and hell. Then Early Sunday Morning. He rose up out of the Pit with all POWER!

Because he Lives

Becasue he Got up he can lift you up.

Acts 1:8 “But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.”

Acts 2:1–4 “And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. WAITING Praying and Praising And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting. And there appeared unto them cloven tongues NEW TOUNGE ON THEIR LIPS like as of fire, and it sat upon each of them. And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.”

Acts 2:37–39 “Now when they heard this, they were pricked in their heart, and said unto Peter and to the rest of the apostles, Men and brethren, what shall we do? Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. For the promise is unto you, and to your children, and to all that are afar off, even as many as the Lord our God shall call.”

Sinner’s Pit

III. In effecting this change the Divine Being and the sinner have their distinct provinces to occupy.

1. The sinner prays—evidencing—

(1) Deep sense of need.

(2) Deep consciousness of helplessness.

(3) Trust in the mercy and power of God.

You may be in a pit this moring but He is here to bring you out!

I invite you to come to this altar