Things which we looked not for

When thou didst terrible things which we looked not for, thou camest down, the mountains flowed down at thy presence. For since the beginning of the world men have not heard, nor perceived by the ear, neither hath the eye seen, O God, beside thee, what he hath prepared for him that waiteth for him. (Isaiah 64:3-4) ~~~~~ This sermon was preached at Lamberhurst Strict Baptist Chapel on Lord's Day afternoon. ~~~~~ *1/ A lesson from scripture history. 2/ The truth of the gospel experienced in a way not anticipated by knowing the letter of the word. 3/ To whom the way and the end is prepared by God - "him that waiteth for him"* **Sermon Summary:** The sermon explores the distinction between intellectual knowledge of Christian doctrine and the lived experience of God's truth, using the text of Isaiah 64 to highlight how God often acts in ways that exceed human anticipation. It examines scriptural history, from Noah to the Exodus, to demonstrate that God's interventions are frequently sudden and surprising, requiring believers to trust in His sovereignty rather than their own understanding. The message emphasizes that true faith is forged through personal trials and the daily battle against sin, where grace is proven sufficient in weakness. By reflecting on these experiences, believers are encouraged to recognize the unique work of God in their lives, which marks them as His people. The sermon concludes by pointing to the ultimate hope of heaven, which is also a mystery prepared by God for those who patiently wait upon Him.