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Speaking about the Goodness of the Lord (Psalm 107:1)

In this powerful message, Pastor Howard Wylie explores the biblical call from Psalm 107:2 — “Let the redeemed of the LORD say so” — and why sharing personal testimonies is a vital part of church life. Over recent months, we've been inviting members to share brief stories: how the Lord is working in your life, your journey to faith, or a recent truth that's strengthened you. But why do we do this? It's not a quirky habit—it's rooted in Scripture and essential for building up the body of Christ! This sermon dives deep into the Biblical basis for active participation in worship: Psalm 107: Give thanks and declare God's goodness. Hebrews 10: Spur one another on through encouragement and meeting together. 1 Corinthians 14: Every believer can contribute a hymn, word, or revelation to strengthen the church. Revelation 12: Saints overcome by the blood of the Lamb and the word of their testimony. We discuss the real purposes of sharing testimonies: 1. Strengthens your own faith through reflection and declaration (Philemon 1:6). 2. Encourages the congregation—your story can inspire others to trust God. 3. Builds deeper community through vulnerability and mutual sharing. 4. Serves as a witness to unbelievers (more impactful from everyday believers!). 5. Affirms the priesthood of all believers (1 Peter 2:9). 6. Brings glory to God by publicly praising His faithfulness. Practical guidance on how to share effectively: Pray and prepare with the right heart. Focus on God's work, not self-promotion. Be honest—even in hardships (examples from Daniel 3, Paul's thorn in 2 Corinthians 12). Draw inspiration from powerful stories like Nick Vujicic (born without limbs, yet used by God globally) and Joni Eareckson Tada (quadriplegic evangelist finding grace in suffering). Every Christian has a testimony—no story is too ordinary! Whether dramatic conversion or quiet grace in trials, your words can declare God's goodness, activate faith, build the church, and push back darkness. If this message stirs you, share your own testimony in the comments below—what has the Lord done in your life recently?