| Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 1086B recorded on May 18, 1986 teaching from Psalm 63 – Because Your Word is Better Than Life. Pastor Cyril A. Stevens uses the biblical text of Psalm 63 to underscore the transformative power of love. Through vivid storytelling and relatable examples, Pastor Stevens emphasizes that true devotion to God transcends mere sentimentality. He uses historical accounts, like Captain Oates’s sacrifice for his comrades in Antarctica, and contemporary incidents, like the Mount Hood climbers’ rescue mission, to illustrate the selfless nature of love. Ultimately, Stevens calls upon his listeners to cultivate a love for God that extends beyond intellectual understanding to encompass a lived experience of faith, praise, and dedication, urging them to find refuge and security under the wings of a loving God. |
