Intimacy with God through the Holy Spirit - Ryan Rhoden

Join us as we discuss the question, 'What will you do with all that you have been given? Intimacy with God and understanding our identity in Him lays the foundation for a powerful and impactful life.

We dive into the topic of inheritance and what it truly means for us as followers of Jesus. We explore the idea that inheritance is not about money or possessions, but about the Holy Spirit coming and resting powerfully in our lives. Intimacy with God is the foundation of our inheritance, and how identity and inheritance flow out of that intimacy. We also examine the importance of renewing our minds and believing in our worthiness to access our inheritance and exercise our authority in Christ. We encourage you to embrace your inheritance and walk in the fullness of God's grace, knowing that you are not alone but have the presence and power of the Holy Spirit with you. Listen as we explore the transformative power of inheritance and how it impacts our lives and the world around us.

Join us as we explore what it means to be adopted, apprentices, and ambassadors of Jesus. We delve into the concept of adoption, where we are brought into God's home and heart, becoming children of God. Through the teachings of Jesus, we learn how to be apprentices, following in his footsteps and learning from him as our master. As ambassadors, we represent Christ's kingdom, living as diplomats in this world and inviting others to be reconciled to God.

In this teaching, we explore the importance of intimacy, identity, and inheritance in our journey with God. We are reminded that our identity flows from our intimacy with Him, and that walking in our identity is an expression of our deep connection with God. Through scripture, we learn that our true identity is found in Christ, and that we are deeply loved, completely forgiven, fully pleasing, totally accepted, and absolutely complete in Him.

Gideon was a man easy to overlook. In the book of Judges we learn the history of Israel when it was under oppression from surrounding nations, suffering from frequent raids. These raids were the consequences of turning their backs on God for years, but finally, the people were beginning to call out to Him for deliverance. God heard them and picked Gideon to lead His people to freedom in battle.

Many of us have hindered our relationship with God (and others) because we drag who we think He wants us to be (or who we think others want us to be) before Him, while withholding our TRUE SELF. This is what we mean by living in our FALSE SELF. And living in our FALSE SELF can become so normal/natural that we don’t even realize we are doing it!

If you missed last Sunday, we talked about how God is leading us as a community around giving and our finances. Please give it a listen and enjoy a fresh perspective from our Pastors, Ryan and Kate.

Join us as we explore the importance of relational intimacy with God, and how it impacts our lives and relationships. We share practical insights and personal stories, all with the goal of creating a safe and healthy community where love and forgiveness thrive. Get ready for honest conversations, challenging questions, and a whole lot of encouragement as we journey together towards deeper connections and a more meaningful life. So grab your headphones and join us on this adventure of growth and transformation.

Intimacy with God is a beautiful process, that requires a constant yes, and a willingness to travel with Him into the deeper places. Intimacy isn't about reaching "it" as a destination, it is all about the daily journey walking with him through hard things, trusting Him in every season, and being bold going after things in our lives that hold us back from Him. It is a beautiful journey, that requires entrusting Him with our heart. Allowing Him to restore it and make it a dwelling place for His presence. A repaired heart that gives love and receives love in ever increasing capacity.

Intimacy is the root of your life in Christ. It is this connection to the source of life from which everything else grows. Daily, you will be allowing the roots of your life and love to stretch into the depths of God’s presence. Tha love that is abundantly available to you. New life, new daily habits, and new goals start right now.