8/31/2025
[설교노트 / Sermon notes]
“천국 상급을 소망하는 삶”
본문: 시편 133편“Living with the Hope of Heavenly Reward”
Text: Psalm 133; John 10:10; 1 Corinthians 15:58Preacher: Rev. Jeongsub Choi
1.성경본문 읽기 / Read the Bible
- 더 이해가 잘 되는 언어로 읽어주세요
- Read it in a language that makes more sense to you
(시 133, 새번역)
“「1」 그 얼마나 아름답고 즐거운가! 형제자매가 어울려서 함께 사는 모습!「2」 머리 위에 부은 보배로운 기름이 수염 곧 아론의 수염을 타고 흘러서 그 옷깃까지 흘러내림 같고,
「3」 헤르몬의 이슬이 시온 산에 내림과 같구나. 주님께서 그곳에서 복을 약속하셨으니, 그 복은 곧 영생이다.”
(시 133, NIV11) “「1」 [A song of ascents. Of David.] How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity!
「2」 It is like precious oil poured on the head, running down on the beard, running down on Aaron’s beard, down on the collar of his robe.
「3」 It is as if the dew of Hermon were falling on Mount Zion. For there the Lord bestows his blessing, even life forevermore.”
10. 감사 / gratitude
11. [지난 주일 말씀 / Last Sunday's Sermon]
📖 설교 제목 / Title
“천국 상급을 소망하는 삶”
Living with the Hope of Heavenly Reward
본문: 시편 133편, 요한복음 10:10, 고린도전서 15:58
Texts: Psalm 133; John 10:10; 1 Corinthians 15:58
🟦 Introduction / 서론
새 학기는 설렘과 도전이 함께 옵니다.
A new semester brings both excitement and challenges.삶의 어려움 속에도 하나님의 계획이 있습니다.
Even in life’s struggles, God has a plan.
🟨 New Testament Revelation / 신약의 계시
“내가 온 것은 양으로 생명을 얻게 하고 더 풍성히 얻게 하려 함이라.” (요 10:10)
“I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly.” (John 10:10)믿는 자의 수고는 헛되지 않고, 끝은 하늘의 상급입니다. (고전 15:58)
The believer’s labor is not in vain; the end is heaven’s reward.
🟪 Our Labor / 믿음의 수고
주 안에서의 수고는 헛되지 않습니다.
Your labor in the Lord is not in vain.작은 반복과 일상도 영원과 연결됩니다.
Even small daily routines connect to eternity.
🟧 Psalm 133 / 시편 133편
연합된 공동체 안에 임하는 하나님의 복 = 영생
God’s blessing in united community = Eternal Life영생은 미래만이 아니라 지금도 경험되는 생명입니다.
Eternal life is not only future but experienced here and now.
🟫 Application / 적용
정체성 – 하나님의 자녀, 하늘 시민권자
Identity – God’s child, citizen of heaven태도 – 믿음과 순종으로 오늘을 살라
Attitude – Live today in faith and obedience승리 – 영생의 소망으로 도전 극복
Victory – Overcome challenges with the hope of eternal life삶의 도전 – 책임 있고, 창의적이며, 의미 있게 살라
Challenge – Live responsibly, creatively, and meaningfully
🟥 Conclusion / 결론
영생은 지금 공동체 안에서 체험됩니다.
Eternal life is experienced now in community.믿는 자의 마지막은 하늘의 상급과 영광입니다.
The end of the believer is heaven’s reward and glory.
[Sermon in English] Click the "+" sign
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“Living with the Hope of Heavenly Reward”
Text: Psalm 1331. A New Semester and God’s Blessing
Dear brothers and sisters, a new semester is about to begin. With it comes change, challenge, and opportunity. In all of this, we must hold on to the hope that comes from God. When we do, we will receive His heavenly blessing day by day.
2. Challenges Are Unavoidable
When we choose to live by faith, trials will come. Just as the Word reminds us, a faith that has passed through trials is the faith we truly possess. When I entered my first semester at university, it felt like a survival semester. Excitement and fear were both present. But the key was this: to hold on not to temporary hope, but to eternal life, the hope of heaven.
3. What the Bible Says About Eternal Life
John 3:16 – Whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.
John 17:3 – Eternal life is knowing the only true God and Jesus Christ.
Psalm 133:3 – “For there the Lord bestows His blessing, even life forevermore.”
Eternal life is God’s life given to us. Those who receive Jesus become children of God and live in the blessing of eternal life. This is the life of heaven.
4. Our Labor in the Lord Is Not in Vain
Paul declares in 1 Corinthians 15:58, “Your labor in the Lord is not in vain.” Even when our efforts seem small or unnoticed, God remembers. Work done in faith will never be wasted; it will surely be rewarded in heaven.
5. Repetition and Eternity
Life feels repetitive—study, work, daily routines. But these repetitions are not meaningless. They are connected to eternity. Your daily faithfulness is building toward heavenly reward.
6. Eternal Life in Community
Psalm 133 teaches us that eternal life is experienced together.
In unity and love, we receive the Spirit’s anointing.
In serving one another, we gain strength.
God commands His blessing and declares eternal life there.
7. Prophetic Application
Do not be discouraged by what you see. God is at work and His plan is eternal.
Identity: Before being a student, parent, or worker, you are God’s child and a citizen of heaven.
Attitude: Live today in faith and obedience, with eyes fixed on eternal reward.
Overcoming: This semester’s trials prepare you for heavenly glory.
Community: Experience eternal life now in the church and fellowship.
Challenge: Live responsibly, creatively, and meaningfully, as one who hopes in heaven.
8. Conclusion
Eternal life is not only in the future but is a present reality in the community of faith. The end of the believer is not emptiness, but the heavenly reward and eternal glory of God.
So as you begin this semester, hold on to your identity, live with faith, overcome challenges with the hope of eternal life, and live responsibly, creatively, and meaningfully.
“For there the Lord bestows His blessing, even life forevermore.” (Psalm 133:3)
Amen.
[개인 헌신 기도] Personal devotional prayer
오늘 말씀을 듣고 삶에 결단하며 헌신하겠다고 한 것을 주님께 말씀 드리고 주님께 도움을 구하는 기도를 하시길 바랍니다.
[Personal devotional prayer]
I encourage you to tell the Lord what you have decided to commit to in your life as you listen to today's message and pray to Him for help.