David Wilkerson
The Cup of Trembling
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Psalm 75:8 on Divine Judgement
Psalm 75:8 explains that the Lord holds a cup of red wine, a mixture of judgment, which the wicked of the earth must drink. This biblical teaching underscores that God’s wrath is reserved for those who reject Him, sparing His people from the dregs of this cup. It highlights the certainty of divine justice.
Deuteronomy 28 on Consequences of Disobedience
Deuteronomy 28 teaches that nations honoring God receive blessings—prosperity and protection—but those rejecting Him face curses like debt and foreign dominance. The sermon notes America’s shift from lender to debtor as a fulfillment of this warning. It shows God’s unchanging principles for nations.
The Cup of Trembling in Isaiah 51
Isaiah 51 describes the “cup of trembling” as a symbol of God’s fury, given to Jerusalem for its disobedience (v. 17). The passage teaches that this cup, meant for the nations, brings fear and chaos, but God promises to remove it from His people (v. 22). It reveals His judgment and mercy toward those who seek Him.
Isaiah 51:9-10 on God’s Past Deliverance
Isaiah 51:9-10 recalls God’s mighty acts, asking, “Art thou not it that hath cut Rahab, and wounded the dragon?” This refers to the deliverance from Egypt, teaching that God’s power over chaos (symbolized by Rahab) remains a foundation for trust. It affirms His historical faithfulness to His people.
Isaiah 40:26-31 on Waiting for Strength
Isaiah 40:26-31 teaches that the everlasting God gives power to the faint, promising, “They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength.” This passage instructs believers to rely on God’s unending strength, not their own, to overcome weariness. It emphasizes the importance of patient faith.
Quotes
Summary
Transcript
Psalm 75:8 on Divine Judgement
Psalm 75:8 explains that the Lord holds a cup of red wine, a mixture of judgment, which the wicked of the earth must drink. This biblical teaching underscores that God’s wrath is reserved for those who reject Him, sparing His people from the dregs of this cup. It highlights the certainty of divine justice.
Deuteronomy 28 on Consequences of Disobedience
Deuteronomy 28 teaches that nations honoring God receive blessings—prosperity and protection—but those rejecting Him face curses like debt and foreign dominance. The sermon notes America’s shift from lender to debtor as a fulfillment of this warning. It shows God’s unchanging principles for nations.
The Cup of Trembling in Isaiah 51
Isaiah 51 describes the “cup of trembling” as a symbol of God’s fury, given to Jerusalem for its disobedience (v. 17). The passage teaches that this cup, meant for the nations, brings fear and chaos, but God promises to remove it from His people (v. 22). It reveals His judgment and mercy toward those who seek Him.
Isaiah 51:9-10 on God’s Past Deliverance
Isaiah 51:9-10 recalls God’s mighty acts, asking, “Art thou not it that hath cut Rahab, and wounded the dragon?” This refers to the deliverance from Egypt, teaching that God’s power over chaos (symbolized by Rahab) remains a foundation for trust. It affirms His historical faithfulness to His people.
Isaiah 40:26-31 on Waiting for Strength
Isaiah 40:26-31 teaches that the everlasting God gives power to the faint, promising, “They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength.” This passage instructs believers to rely on God’s unending strength, not their own, to overcome weariness. It emphasizes the importance of patient faith.