GOD WITH US: Living in the Presence of the Lord - Unveiling the Christ of Christmas (part 5)

Описание: Emmanuel: God With Us: The core message revolves around the name Emmanuel, meaning "God with us" (5:35). The Pastor stresses that God is no less present with believers today than He was when Jesus walked the earth (10:49). This presence brings power, provision, purpose, protection, and peace (8:36, 12:32).
• Practicing His Presence: A significant portion of the sermon is dedicated to the concept of "practicing His presence" (7:51). This involves making a conscious effort to be aware of God's constant presence, even amidst life's distractions (15:37). The sermon refers to Psalm 91, highlighting the "secret place" where believers can dwell in God's presence, finding refuge and strength (15:59).
• The Holy Spirit as Our Comforter: Jesus' ascension paved the way for the Holy Spirit to descend, ensuring God's spiritual presence with believers everywhere they go (20:31). This spiritual presence offers the same peace, power, and provision that the disciples experienced when they were physically with Jesus (21:25).
• Recognizing God's Presence in Others: The sermon notes that spending time in God's presence makes a visible difference in believers, much like Moses' face shone after being with God (23:48). This presence can impact those around them, as devils recognize and fear those who have been with God (26:15).
• Making God a Priority: To experience the full benefits of God's presence, it's crucial to make spending time with Him a priority through prayer, praise, and focusing on His faithfulness (29:12). David's plea in Psalm 51, "Cast me not away from thy presence," illustrates the hunger for God's presence even in times of failure (30:14).
• The Example of Enoch: Enoch is presented as an example of someone who mastered "practicing walking in the presence of God" so consistently that he was eventually taken directly to heaven (33:00). This serves as an encouragement to prioritize God's presence despite life's demands and distractions (34:13).
• Receiving Jesus Christ: The sermon concludes with an invitation to receive Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior (39:10), emphasizing that through this act, one receives Emmanuel, "the God who is with you"