2819 Church CROSS TO COMMISSION | Beware: There Might Be A Judas Inside of You | MT 26:17-25 | Lonnell Williams
Nov 3, 2025
Lonnell Williams, the Executive Pastor at 2819 Church, delivers a thought-provoking message on self-examination and repentance. He addresses the hidden dangers of betrayal within ourselves, using personal stories to illustrate his points. Lonnell emphasizes the importance of sincerity over mere busyness in our faith journey, and highlights the disciples’ simple obedience as a model. The conversation dives into themes of proximity vs. affection, and how unmet desires can lead to spiritual drift. He concludes with a call for mercy, urging listeners to allow God to repair their hearts.
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Backyard Leak As Hidden Drift
- Lonnell Williams recounts a backyard water leak discovered while he was away, which revealed a hidden crack under the ground.
- He uses the leak as a metaphor for hidden drift and betrayal that grow unseen inside a person.
Drift Is A Sincerity Problem
- Drifting from Jesus is subtle and happens when you stop intentionally following him.
- Williams defines drifting as a sincerity problem, not merely a schedule problem, caused by lost hunger for God.
Say Yes Before You Know Why
- Do say yes and obey God even when you lack full understanding or details.
- Prepare a place in your life for God's direction before you need clarity and be available rather than visible.