Join Pastor Ben Stuart, a passionate leader in spiritual discussions, and Pastor Jonathan Vinke, who explores divine movements, alongside Kyle Thompson from Undaunted.Life. They tackle the dwindling sense of awe in today’s noisy world. Discover how distractions hinder genuine connection with God and the healing power of faith amidst fear. They also share impactful stories about addiction and recovery, emphasizing grace and the importance of pursuing a deeper relationship with Christ. Prepare for insights that inspire both reflection and action!
Maintaining a sense of awe in our relationship with God is essential for combating anxiety and spiritual blindness caused by distractions.
Embracing faith allows individuals to surrender control to Jesus, fostering a deeper, transformative relationship that addresses past struggles.
Deep dives
The Importance of Awe in Our Lives
Many people experience a lack of awe in their relationship with God, which can lead to anxiety and self-harm. This sense of wonder is seen as essential for maintaining faith and connection with the divine. Various distractions, such as smartphones and external noise, prevent individuals from experiencing that awe, often resulting in a spiritual blindness to the glory of God. There is an acknowledgment that everyone, not just teenagers, struggles with maintaining this sense of reverence and the deeper questions that arise in moments of silence.
Confronting Distractions and Silence
The constant interruptions from technology create a barrier between individuals and their ability to reflect on life's deeper questions. Many engage with content as a way to escape discomfort rather than seeking truth, leading to a cycle of distraction. Shame often hinders one's ability to engage in strategic thinking about their relationship with technology, preventing them from addressing underlying issues causing their discomfort. Recognizing the tendency to fill silence with distractions is crucial for personal growth and spiritual healing.
Understanding Jesus' Power and Character
In facing life's storms, individuals often find themselves fearful of surrendering control to Jesus, even though His character is inherently good and loving. The story of the disciples illustrates this fear, showcasing their terror in the presence of Christ's authority over nature. Many are hesitant to relinquish control due to past experiences with bitter power dynamics in the world. Hence, encountering the true character of Jesus—who uses His power selflessly—can shift one's perspective on what it means to yield control.
Faith as the Key to Transformation
The concept of faith is emphasized as a critical component of spiritual health, serving both as a gift from God and an acknowledgment of one’s limitations. Faith represents a transfer of trust from oneself to God, capturing the essence of reliance on divine power for transformation. It is noted that both the woman with the issue of blood and Jairus' daughter exemplified this faith, recognizing Jesus' ability to heal and restore. Ultimately, embracing faith invites individuals into a deep, transformative relationship with Christ that transcends their previous struggles.
Together with Pastor Jonathan Vinke and Kyle Thompson from Undaunted.Life, Pastor Joby and our guest pastors take a deep dive into what God is doing during Saturated. Our prayer is these conversations help to discover and deepen a relationship with Jesus Christ.
The Church of Eleven22® is a movement for all people to discover and deepen a relationship with Jesus Christ. Eleven22 is led by Pastor Joby Martin and based in Jacksonville, Florida, with multiple campuses throughout Jacksonville and the surrounding areas. To learn more about how God is moving at Eleven22, visit coe22.com.
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