JUNE 21, 2026 SERMON SUMMARY
How do you worship God? It’s easy to praise God when life is going well, but true worship means choosing to worship Him in both the good times and the difficult ones. In seasons of sickness, suffering, and uncertainty, we worship God through our trust, obedience, and gratitude. If we struggle to focus on Him and give Him praise during hard times, it may be an invitation to draw closer to Him and examine our hearts. Psalm 103 reminds us that wholehearted worship begins by remembering what God has done, recognizing who He is, and resting in His sovereign care over our lives.
REMEMBER WHAT GOD HAS DONE
In the midst of life’s challenges, it’s easy to focus on problems rather than God’s blessings. Yet worship begins when we intentionally remember His goodness. Psalm 103:3–5 highlights how God forgives, heals, redeems, crowns, and satisfies His people. His forgiveness is complete and undeserved. Through Jesus Christ, we have redemption and the forgiveness of sins (Ephesians 1:7). This truth alone should move us to gratitude and sincere worship. God also sustains us daily. He rescues us from destruction, surrounds us with love and compassion, and fills our lives with good things. When we reflect on His faithfulness, our hearts are drawn to worship Him.
RECOGNIZE WHO GOD IS
It’s important to ask ourselves, “What do we think about God?” because our answer dictates how we interpret and navigate this world. God’s love for His people knows no bounds. His forgiveness is limitless, and His mercy is immeasurable (Psalm 103:11-12). When we remember God’s goodness and grace in our lives, it covers every sin, every failure, and all the suffering we experience in this fallen world. When we understand who God is and what Jesus has done, worship becomes our natural response to His goodness and grace.
REST IN GOD'S SOVEREIGNTY
Life is fragile and fleeting, but God’s love is everlasting (Psalm 103:15–18). He reigns over all things and fulfills His purposes according to His will (Psalm 103:19). Because God is all-powerful, all-knowing, and ever-present, we can trust Him completely. His sovereignty is not something to fear but a source of comfort. Even when life feels uncertain, we can rest in His control. When we remember what God has done, recognize who He is, and trust in His sovereignty, we can worship Him in every circumstance. Jesus invites us to come to Him and find rest (Matthew 11:28). May we respond with wholehearted worship, honoring Him in all that we do.
Why is recalling what God has done important to worship?
How does realizing who God is change the way we worship?
What benefits and attributes of God mentioned in Psalm 103 most resonated with you, and why?
MEMORY VERSE:
Psalm 103:2
Bless the Lord, O my soul,
And forget none of His benefits;
WEEKLY PRAYER POINTS:
I. Thanksgiving
• Worship God for who He is, what He has done, and what He will do in our lives.
II. Country and the World
• Upright and moral governance of public servants; repentance and salvation for government leaders and citizens for a Christ-centered Philippines.
• For legislators to promote and support bills and laws aligned with God’s Word.
• Pray for persecuted Christians in Sudan and Nigeria) — many have been beheaded and murdered; earnestly seek God’s intervention to stop the bloodshed. Pray for freedom from oppression, that God’s word and His people bring them comfort and hope.
• Continue to pray for Israel’s war with terrorists to end according to God’s purpose and for His glory. For Jewish people worldwide who are experiencing a surge of antisemitism. May this lead them to the Messiah, Jesus as they turn to God for help and comfort.
• For nations in turmoil (e.g., Ukraine, Middle Eastern countries, etc.) to experience true freedom in Christ and become centers for massive spiritual revivals in their regions. For new Iranian leadership to rise up that will be for the people of Iran, will promote freedom of worship that the Iranian believers will be able to reach out to the rest of their countrymen and the people of the Middle East.
• For relief goods, financial assistance, God’s comfort, healing and hope for the people in Mindanao (SOCSARGEN, Davao Region, etc.) devastated by the recent 7.9 magnitude earthquake that struck the island.
III. Church
• That CCF Members would honor and love God and make disciples.
• For elders, pastors, dleaders, and families to become holy, humble, harmonious, happy, and heart-working.
• Ministries and churches expand worldwide.
IV. CCF Facilities
• Worship and Training Center
• Prayer Mountain
V. Personal Concerns
• Deeper intimate relationship with God.
• Righteous living.
• Salvation of family and friends.
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Our last regular Nxtgen Sunday will be on March 15, 2026 as we step into a special summer season from March 16 to May 16, 2026. This break is a purposeful time for our team to refresh, plan, and prepare an even better Nxtgen experience for our kids. Enrollment will begin soon. Stay tuned for updates!
Starting March 15, Sunday DGroup meetings will be limited to 2 hours and 30 minutes to help us accommodate all DGroup reservations due to limited space.
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