Pastor ryan
Lead Pastor
Too often, the church is like a pilot light. Let’s get back to the practices that keep the slow burn of God’s Presence in our hearts.
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Sermon Summary
A consistent illustration for the presence of God throughout the bible has been fire. Even the interaction of the Israelites with God was like a fire, dubbed their “consuming fire.” Too often, the church today is more like a pilot light that is flickering under the wind of the world, instead of burning like the light that we are called to be. As we gather, we fan into flame others around us through prayer, worship, encouragement, community, and the Word. Let’s get back to the practices that keep the slow burn of God’s Presence in our hearts.
Scripture References from the Sermon
Exodus 13:21 | Deuteronomy 4:24 | Matthew 5:14 | Luke 12:49 | Matthew 3:11
Discussion Questions
- Discuss the scriptures on how God’s presence is a fire.
- What practices in your life help keep the fire of God’s presence lit?
- How does your city’s needs help you to keep your slow burn? (see Havner’s quote)
Vance Havner
“We are suffering today from a species of Christianity as dry as dust, as cold as ice, as pale as a corpse, and as dead as King Tut. We are suffering not from a lack of correct heads but of consumed hearts.”
Event Highlights: Fasting/24hr of Prayer & Operation Blessing
- Last week, we had you save the date for fasting, and now registration is open for 24 hours of prayer. Grab a friend, grab your small group, and register for a time slot today on the events page.
- We’re partnering with Operation Blessing who are bringing all the supplies for us to pack 2,000 hygiene bags. Their message is to take the gospel to the people through meeting their practical needs.