Week 35: Eternity's Hope! Explore The Hope of Our Calling - A Glimpse into Forever!

Worthy Of The Calling

Summary

In this conversation, Milton and Amirika discuss their personal experiences and struggles in their walk with God. They talk about feeling tested and hurt by the church, doubting their calling, and feeling frustrated with the traditional way of doing church. They emphasize the importance of being free in our relationship with God and not being bound by the opinions of others or the need to perform. They also discuss the need for a shift in the way we do church, focusing on genuine worship, love for one another, and following the voice of God. They encourage listeners to embrace grace and strive for a deeper relationship with God. The conversation explores the importance of hope and faith in the face of challenges and doubts. It emphasizes the need to trust in God's plan and to rely on Him in difficult times. The speakers share personal experiences of overcoming fear and stepping into their callings, highlighting the power of obedience and perseverance. They also discuss the significance of community and fellowship in the Christian journey, encouraging listeners to support and uplift one another. The conversation concludes with a prayer for strength, guidance, and unity.

Takeaways

We all go through struggles and doubts in our walk with God, and it's important to be honest about them.

Our relationship with God should be free and not bound by the opinions of others or the need to perform.

There is a need for a shift in the way we do church, focusing on genuine worship, love for one another, and following the voice of God.

Embracing grace and striving for a deeper relationship with God is key in our journey of faith. Hope and faith are essential in navigating challenges and doubts.

Trusting in God's plan and relying on Him can bring peace and assurance.

Obedience and perseverance are key in stepping into one's calling.

Community and fellowship play a vital role in the Christian journey.

Prayer is a powerful tool for strength, guidance, and unity.

Sound Bites

"We all struggle. We all go through doubts."

"We've been doing church wrong. We've been putting together bulletins, altar calls, promos. That is not ministry. That is competition, showmanship, and performance."

"God is free. God is ever moving. We have to get back to the way Jesus told us to do it, the way he modeled for us to do it."

"In the heat of battle, in the heat of something going on, I'll listen and I'll follow even when I don't want to."

"The future is here and we're here. And this, what's supposed to carry you, same thing Amirika was talking about is your hope."

"Call on me. I'm there. Yes, take faith in the word of God."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Opening Prayer

02:06 Navigating Church Hurt and Feeling Lost in Faith

07:16 Challenging the Status Quo of Ministry

13:58 The Importance of Authenticity and Freedom in Worship

18:10 Being the Odd Man Out in the Family

22:31 Finding Hope in the Midst of Anxiety and Fear

26:38 Putting Hope in Christ and Overcoming Challenges

29:44 The Power of Hope and Obedience

34:24 The Role of Fellowship and Community in Faith

37:18 Overcoming Fear and Doubt through Prayer

46:45 Sharing the Message of Faith

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