Episode 238: How We Approach God (feat. John Bevere)
Oct 30, 2023
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Author and pastor, John Bevere, discusses how we can approach God and hear from Him. They address the apparent contradiction of God being love yet needing to approach Him with fear. They also discuss John Bevere's book 'The Awe of God' and promote the app 'Messenger X' that offers free books and teachings.
Approaching God with fear is not about being scared, but about standing in awe of Him and esteeming Him above all else.
Believing in the power and presence of Jesus allows us to experience divine intervention and miracles in our lives.
Deep dives
Understanding the Fear of God
The fear of God is not about being scared or afraid, but rather about standing in awe of Him and esteeming Him above everything and everyone else. It is a reverence and respect that draws us closer to God and allows us to take on His heart. Increasing the awe of God can be done through prayer, asking God to fill us with the Holy Spirit and baptize us in the fear of God. It can also be taught through studying the Scriptures and meditating on verses that relate to trembling and the fear of the Lord.
The Continuity of Miracles
The same Jesus who performed miracles and wonders in the past is the same Jesus we worship today. Miracles and supernatural manifestations are not limited to the times of Jesus and the early church. By believing in the power and presence of Jesus, we can experience divine intervention and miracles in our lives. Jesus' promise that we will do works even greater than His serves as a reminder that He is with us, and we can tap into the same power and authority to see God's miraculous work.
How to Hear God's Voice
Hearing God's voice is a process that requires growth and development. Just as Jesus said that His sheep know His voice, we too can learn to discern the voice of God. God speaks to each of His children differently, taking into account their unique personalities and experiences. Learning to recognize God's voice involves spending time in prayer, reading the Scriptures, and being open to the leading of the Holy Spirit. It is a personal journey of faith and a relationship that deepens over time.
The Blessings of Fearing God
Fearing God brings numerous benefits and blessings to our lives. These include freedom from the fear of man, intimate relationship with God, security, protection, and the ability to not fear bad news. The fear of God aligns our hearts with His and allows us to love what He loves and hate what He hates. It is through the fear of God that we come to know Him in His glory and experience the fullness of His presence.
How can Scripture say that God is love and that we should approach Him with fear? In this episode we talk to author and pastor, John Bevere about how we can approach God and hear from God. He’s written a book called “The Awe of God” you can buy here: https://a.co/d/1Q6fvW6
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