Bethel Redding Sermon of the Week The Priority of His Presence
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Sep 15, 2024 
Join Bill Johnson, a pastor renowned for emphasizing the importance of God's presence, as he passionately explores why prioritizing this presence is crucial. Drawing from Psalm 27:4, he reflects on David's longing to dwell with God amid adversity. Johnson stresses that seeking divine closeness should be our ultimate desire. He also shares insights on how actively pursuing God's presence transforms our perspective and provides strength during life's trials, reminding us that true refuge and renewal come from this deep relationship.
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Finding Refuge in Scripture
- Make Scripture your hiding place, your refuge, and your place of strengthening.
- Read, pray over it, and meditate on it, especially during troubling times.
The Priority of God's Presence
- Despite having countless options, David prioritized dwelling in God's presence above all else.
- This singular focus is the key to navigating distractions and conflicts.
Beholding God's Face
- There's a difference between awareness of God's presence and beholding His face.
- It's a refined focus, locking onto Him, which changes our perspective.