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Trusting God's Presence Through Trials
Aug 9, 2024
Lecture Notes: Realms of His Presence
Key Concepts
Realms of God's presence are only found in the shadow.
Darkness may sometimes signify God's nearness.
Comfort is found more in God's presence than in knowledge.
Personal Testimony
The speaker believes in prophetic art and the Lord's communication through it.
The speaker felt anointed during the session and expressed gratitude for being back in the pulpit.
Shared personal experiences of illness and healing journey, emphasizing the importance of trust and prayer.
Journey of Illness
Started feeling unwell in October, leading to severe sickness by April.
In Copenhagen, experienced extreme sickness and was helped by a local doctor.
Diagnosed with a growth in the small intestine requiring surgery.
Underwent a Whipple surgery and other medical procedures in San Francisco.
Emphasized the importance of trust and prayer support from family and the global community.
Experienced miraculous recovery and is now able to eat and regain strength.
Biblical Insights
Galatians 5
: Fruit of the Spirit includes love, patience, kindness, etc.
1 Corinthians 12
: Gifts of the Spirit include miracles, healings, prophecy, etc.
Gifts of the Spirit are plural, but the fruit of the Spirit is singular, manifesting in nine realms.
Theological Reflections
Spiritual gifts are for manifesting power; the fruit of the Spirit shows endurance.
Acts 2: Outpouring of the Spirit was for power and endurance.
Emphasized the role of endurance until breakthrough comes.
Psalm 23 Reflection
Encouraged declaring God's provision ("I shall not want").
Emphasized the importance of speaking faith in the middle of impossible circumstances.
Shared personal anecdotes of maintaining hope and faith through difficult times.
Trusting in God's presence even in the valley of the shadow of death.
Encouragement and Exhortation
Emphasized finding God in the shadow and trusting His presence over seeking answers.
Highlighted the importance of quiet trust as the foundation for bold faith.
Encouraged the congregation to maintain hope and trust in God's goodness.
Call to Action
Pray for contagious goodness and quiet trust in others.
Seek to live out a life that reflects God's goodness and power.
Final Thoughts
Bold faith stands on the shoulders of quiet trust.
Challenges are part of the journey, building trust and deeper faith in God.
Encouraged the congregation to embrace both the quiet trust and the bold faith in their spiritual walk.
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