Study Guide for “Temple Glories” Sermon

Introduction

In this sermon, Rev. C. H. Spurgeon reflects on the glory of God as manifested in the temple built by Solomon, emphasizing the importance of praise and worship in experiencing God’s presence. He draws parallels between the historical events of the temple’s dedication and the contemporary church, urging believers to unite in heartfelt worship and prayer to invite God’s glory into their midst. Spurgeon highlights that true worship is not about the grandeur of the building but about the sincerity of the hearts that gather to glorify God.

Discussion Questions

  1. Unity in Worship: How does the concept of unity in worship, as described in the sermon, impact your understanding of corporate praise? What steps can you take to contribute to a more unified worship experience in your church?

  2. Personal Praise: Reflect on your personal practice of praising God. In what ways can you enhance your own worship, both privately and publicly, to ensure it is heartfelt and sincere?

  3. God’s Presence: Spurgeon mentions that the priests could not minister when God’s glory filled the temple. What does this say about the nature of God’s presence? How can we prepare our hearts to recognize and respond to God’s presence in our lives?

  4. Scriptural Praise: The sermon emphasizes the importance of singing scriptural praises. How can you incorporate more Scripture into your worship and praise? What are some specific hymns or songs that resonate with you and reflect God’s mercy?

  5. The Role of Prayer: Spurgeon calls for earnest prayer as a means to invite God’s fire into the church. How can you cultivate a deeper prayer life, both individually and as part of a community? What specific prayers can you commit to for your church?

  6. Experiencing God’s Glory: Have you ever experienced a moment where you felt God’s presence in a profound way? Share your experience and discuss how it changed your perspective on worship and community.

  7. The Call to Action: Spurgeon urges believers to actively seek God’s glory through worship and prayer. What practical actions can you take this week to seek God’s presence in your life and in your church community?

Prayer

Heavenly Father, we come before You with grateful hearts, acknowledging Your goodness and mercy that endure forever. We ask that You fill our hearts and our church with Your glorious presence. Help us to worship You with unity and sincerity, and may our praises rise to You as a sweet aroma. Teach us to pray earnestly and to seek Your face in all that we do. May we be vessels for Your glory, reflecting Your love and grace to those around us. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

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