The surpassing joy of knowing The surpassing joy of knowing Jesus – Ps.84Jesus – Ps.84

1. The blessing of knowing God’s presence – v.1-4

a. His whole being longs for it –v.1,2 b. He envies those at the temple –v.3,4 - birds - temple workers- The whole world is full of God’s presence- Christians/Church are God’s temple

2. The blessing of seeing God at 2. The blessing of seeing God at work – v.5-9work – v.5-9

a. Hearts set as pilgrims – v.5

b. God bringing good out of difficulty & struggle – v.6,7

- Joseph –Gen.50:20

- Habakkuk – Hab.3:17-19

- Paul – Rom.8:28

c. The pilgrim prays – v.8,9

3. The blessing of trusting in God –3. The blessing of trusting in God –v.10-12v.10-12

a. The wonder of God’s presence –v.10

b. The wonder of God –v.11

- He is a sun

- He is a shield

- He is gracious

Trust in Him

4. Your heart’s desire4. Your heart’s desire

a. Is Jesus your lover?b. How is your love for Jesus growing? 3 conditions we find ourselves in:- 1. Dryness 2. Experience of joy that makes us thirsty for

more 3. Fullness of joy

c. How strongly does Heaven pull you?