* Today was like no other at Sunset Chapel. From the very outset we could tangibly feel the presence of God throughout our facility! It was apparent that the Lord was preparing us for something HUGE!* He forced us to recognize that we all have blind spots in our lives. As our lives seem to shift into higher gears with each passing day... to say that the pace of our lives is out of control, is to idolize our own endeavors above God's desires for our lives. There are many believer's who are allowing their responsibilities (cares of this life) to choke out God's Word to the point that they are no longer obeying what it says. God uses our everyday challenges to refine us, strengthen us and help us grow. For some the journey has been difficult.
* Many individuals spoke with me concerning today's message, that it was meant for them personally. With several indicating they were experiencing a "faded passion" in their lives, wondering if God really cared for them, if He actually knew what was taking place in their lives. As we become mindful of God's bigger picture and what He wants to do in our lives..it turns out that He has known what He was doing all along!
* Today's message "Where is the Touch of the Lord" is critical to every Christ follower who desires to be renewed and refreshed! For years the devil has entangled churches and led them astray with grand distractions and diversions. Causing God's people to forget His Word, to no longer seek Him consistently and wholeheartedly. They go their own way..and expect God to meet them there! For many God has become an inconvenience in their lives. To obey Him and to submit their lives means they will have to change, they would have to begin doing good, be kind, extend compassion to others... that doesn't fit into their present day lifestyles and schedules. So they allow themselves to become cold, distant..half-dead. 'The Touch of God" is missing from their lives.
* What God did around our altars today was astounding! People surrendered their hearts and entire lives to God and crossed the line towards faith and obedience to Him! Seeing people who are far from God come near to Him... NEVER EVER gets old!
* Once again I observed several new faces in the crowd! I love it! Keep spreading the word about Sunset Chapel and what God is doing here in Miami! I am so grateful and blessed to serve as the Lead Pastor of such a wonderful church that keeps investing and inviting!!
* Let me encourage you to make an eternal difference in someones life this week! In the weeks that lead up to Christmas, many of us relax. We spend time with family, share memories, smiles and lots of laughter. Some will even quietly reflect on what this time of year was meant for..loving each other and remembering the joy of Christ's birth! May I remind you that you will lock eyes with people who matter to God! Invite them to our weekend services and to the activities that we will be offering during this holiday season. Every heart we come into contact with can become a new Bethlehem where God's Son can be birthed!
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very awesome!!
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