Capital Community Church Sermon Archive Expect the Blessing - Joel Urshan
May 24, 2022
Joel Urshan, a passionate preacher known for his engaging ministry, shares a powerful message at the Atlantic Youth Convention. He explores the importance of expecting God's blessings and challenges the notion that we don’t deserve them. Urshan discusses how repentance opens the door to blessings and emphasizes the need for moral integrity in prayer. Citing inspiring biblical stories, he assures listeners of divine protection and encourages them to celebrate and trust in God’s goodness, even amid trials.
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Guilt Can Blind You To Good News
- Joel Urshan contrasts Herod's response to Jesus' miracles with the correct reception of good news as hope and liberation.
- He warns guilt and self-condemnation can blind people to God's redeeming work and blessings.
Repent To Receive God's Blessing
- Do repent and walk away from sin because continued sinful living prevents God's blessing.
- Joel Urshan says genuine repentance opens the windows of heaven for God's forgiveness and favor.
A Man Who Stayed At The Altar
- Joel Urshan recounts a man in Kokomo who wept and repented at an altar and never returned to his past sins.
- The story emphasizes that visible, lasting change can follow true repentance.