Awaken Community October 12_Theology of Place: "Here I Am" an Update from Pastor Micah
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Oct 12, 2025 Pastor Micah dives into the profound meaning of 'Hineni,' exploring how this ancient Hebrew term reflects our presence and surrender to God. He discusses the significance of place in sharing the gospel, using biblical references like Paul in Athens. In a vulnerable moment, Micah announces his upcoming transition from pastoral leadership, sharing insights on the challenges he's faced and the need for new beginnings. The conversation emphasizes community support and the importance of recognizing life’s changing seasons.
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Words Create Thresholds
- Words create worlds; the biblical narrative begins with God's speech bringing reality into being.
- Micah argues that saying "Here I am" (hineni) similarly creates a threshold that changes the speaker's life.
Three Directions Of 'Here I Am'
- Saying "Here I am" to God, self, and others has different contours: surrender, truth-telling, and vulnerability.
- Micah frames hineni as full-bodied presence demanding courage and honesty.
Lake Michigan Hineni Moment
- Micah recalls being 15 on Lake Michigan where he realized he didn't really know Jesus and silently offered himself to God.
- That moment, he now recognizes, was his first unvarnished "Here I am" to God.
