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Following God doesn’t always feel easy—but that doesn’t mean you’re going the wrong way. In “Lowing As They Went,” Dr. Michael Maiden draws from 1 Samuel 6, where two cows carry the ark of God back toward Israel. Though they cry out for the calves they’ve left behind, they continue straight down the road. Through this powerful picture, Dr. Mike shares how Jesus transforms us, grace enables us to obey, and our obedience can meet someone else’s need. He also reminds us that worship doesn’t end when we leave church. Every step of obedience can be an expression of love for God. Whatever you’re facing, keep going with Him.

The blood of Jesus changes everything. In this message, Pastor Matthew Maiden takes us back to Exodus 12 and the Passover Lamb to uncover a deeper picture of what Jesus accomplished through His sacrifice. The blood doesn’t just mean forgiveness. It means freedom. It means victory over sin and death. It means a new life, a new identity, and an inheritance that God has given us through Christ. The question isn’t only, “Have I been forgiven?” It’s also, “Am I walking in everything the blood has given me?” Don’t stop at the door. There is more on the other side.

What if your faith is the key that unlocks what God wants to do? In “Unlock It,” Dustin Bates teaches from Mark 6 about the power of faith and the danger of becoming familiar with God. Faith isn’t reactive—it goes first. It believes God’s Word before there is evidence, takes Him at His Word, and keeps believing when circumstances say otherwise. Whether you’re believing for healing, restoration, a prodigal to come home, or simply trusting God for what’s next, this message is a reminder that there is still more God wants to do. Don’t grow weary. Magnify the Lord. Take God at His Word. Faith goes first.

Prayer is more than asking God for help—it changes us, strengthens us, and invites the power of God into impossible situations. In the final message of the God Encounters series, we look at Acts 4 and discover what happened when the early church prayed in the middle of opposition. The place was shaken, believers were filled with the Holy Spirit, boldness was released, and the church was united in heart and purpose. This message is a powerful reminder that prayer still matters. When God's people pray, God moves—and everything changes.

What if the way you encounter God is closer than you think?   In Part 3 of the God Encounters series, we journey with two disciples on the road to Emmaus and discover what happens when Jesus opens the Scriptures to us. They didn't recognize Jesus as He walked beside them, but as He opened God's Word, their understanding changed, their eyes were opened, and their hearts began to burn.   Pastor George reminds us that the Bible isn't just an ancient book—it is living and powerful. Every time we engage with God's Word, we have an opportunity to encounter Jesus, receive revelation, renew our minds, strengthen our faith, and have our hearts reignited with passion for Him.  If you've felt distant from God, lost your passion, or simply want to hear His voice more clearly, this message will encourage you to get back into His Word and let Him speak.   Every fire needs fuel. And the fuel is God's Word.   📖 Luke 24:13–35 📖 Hebrews 4:12 📖 Ephesians 1:17–19 📖 Psalm 42 📖 Romans 12:2   #GodEncounters #GodsWord #Bible #ChristianSermon #Faith #Jesus #CFTN