Most of us are willing to step into what we feel capable of doing. But responding to the call of God requires learning to rely on God's strength and not our own if we are going to have the impact God has called us to.
Read MoreGideon had a visitation from an angel. For most that would be enough confirmation of God's calling, but not for Gideon. He experienced something common to all of us - doubt. So how do we overcome doubt as we step into our calling?
Read MoreWhen God called Gideon to destroy the Midianites the first act he called him to do was to destroy the idols the Israelites were worshipping. Often when God calls us to something he begins by working on our own hearts to remove the idols in our lives so that we can help others do the same.
Read MoreGod is calling all of us to partner with him in his story. But sometimes the biggest hindrance we face can actually be recognising God’s calling in the first place, which is why it is important for us to learn how to discern the voice of God.
Read MoreGideon saw himself as a nobody. Someone not important or special enough to be used by God. But he was chosen by God to do a very big thing. God is not looking for people who have all the qualifications, He is looking for those willing to say yes. And His promise is that He is with us on the journey.
Read MoreThrough Jesus, we can all experience the presence of God. But this isn't simply something we can feel from time to time, God sent His Holy Spirit to live in us. We carry the presence of God wherever we go, and his presence is what empowers and liberates us.
Read MoreJesus told us to keep watch of our oil supply. So how do you know if you are low on oil? And what do you need to do to refill it? Todd concludes our "Storing Up Oil" series.
Read MoreWe often subconsciously form our view of what God is like based on our relationship with our natural fathers. But our relationship with God is transformed when we experience the love, compassion, and generosity of our perfect Heavenly Father.
Read MoreWhat do you do when you’re out of oil? When your intimacy with God is lacking? This week, Laura Humphrey continues our “Storing up Oil” series by looking at what Elijah did when he (rather spectacularly) ran out of oil himself.
Read MoreThere are so many things thrown our way in life, both good and bad, that can shift our focus off of God. This often leads down a path of losing peace, joy, hope, even purpose. Worship is what draws us back into the Presence of God. As we continue in our series of Storing Up Oil, today's message unpacks what it means to give a sacrifice of praise and how that draws us back into God's Presence. Katrina continues our “Storing Up Oil” series.
Read MoreOur hearts were created to be nourished by the Word of God, but what does that mean? Many of us are familiar with reading the Bible, but not many actually create the space to meditate on it, but the practice of meditating on the Bible nourishes our hearts and helps unlock the treasures of Scripture. Ian continues our “Storing Up Oil” series.
Read MoreDeep down, we're all looking for love. That's because our souls were created to be filled with the love of God. It is the fuel our hearts need. But how do we experience and receive God's love? Lauren continues our "Storing Up Oil" Series.
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