The Quest for Success
Pastor Kirk
Part of Stand Alone Sermons
May 6, 2025

Introduction

This sermon focuses on Psalm 115 and the quest for success from a biblical standpoint. The pastor encourages us to seek godly success through glorifying, fearing, trusting, and worshiping the Lord. In a world where success is often defined by material gain, this sermon redirects our focus to what it truly means to live a successful life according to Scripture.


Main Idea: The true path to success is found in

, , , and the Lord.


Glorify the Lord

  • We begin success by giving to God’s name, acknowledging His lovingkindness and truth.


  • Scripture calls us to glorify God because of His steadfast love and faithfulness, as seen in Psalm 115:1:

    ”Not to us, O Lord, not to us, but to your name give glory, because of your lovingkindness, because of your truth.”



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Fear the Lord


  • The fear of the Lord directs us away from sin and towards a life of holiness, as seen in the life of , who avoided sin with Potiphar’s wife saying, “How could I sin against God?”


“He who fears God knows it best to keep in with God. He is the surest friend, but the sorest enemy.” —Thomas Watson


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Trust in the Lord

  • We are called to in God, recognizing Him as our help and our shield, as repeated in Psalm 115:9-11.


  • Trusting in the Lord is not about following a program or plan, but developing a relationship with a person, .


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Worship the Lord

  • Our lives should be marked by , acknowledging God as Creator and ourselves as His creations.


  • Worship is a natural response when we glorify, fear, and trust in God. Psalm 115:18 reminds us to bless and praise the Lord continually.


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Conclusion

True success is measured by our relationship with God, not worldly achievements. As we strive to glorify, fear, trust, and worship Him, we set ourselves on the path to genuine success. Regardless of the circumstances we face, let our lives be a reflection of His glory.


Reflection Questions


How do you currently define success, and how does this sermon challenge or affirm that definition?


Identify an area in your life where you’re seeking worldly success. How can you reframe this pursuit to align more closely with godly success?


Consider your worship habits. Are there changes you could make to ensure God is at the center of your praise and worship daily?