Description

This episode kicks off a brand new series on the subject of The Presence of God. Much like the prior series on the Kingdom of God, this series will tackle a very complex but crucial topic. In future episodes, the focus will be upon the various aspects of God's presence like His Omnipresence, His presence as revealed to the Patriarch's (Abraham, Isaac and Jacob), His presence in the Tabernacle/Temple, His presence in Jesus Christ, His presence in the Holy Spirit, His presence in the Church and His presence within individual believers. But for this initial episode, the emphasis will be on the value of God's presence. As you tune in, you will hear the following:

• The Presence of God as the ultimate fulfillment of why we are alive.
• Humans owe their entire existence and being to Him and His presence (Acts 17:27-28).
• God's constant and unchangeable desire is to dwell among His people (Exodus 25:8).
• Everything that we learn about the presence of God is purposed to draw us into experiencing the presence of God.
• The example of Jesus in valuing the presence of God (Mark 1:35).
• His presence invites us into an encounter with Him that shifts our focus away from our problems and onto beholding His face (Psalm 34:8; Psalm 27:4).

In addition to the study, this episode contains a brief testimony by Olivia Smith (Fort Collins, Colorado) a former student of Dr. Chris' at Vision Christian Bible College & Seminary. Olivia talks about the transformative experience that occurred when she devoted herself to becoming a student at VCBCS, as well as committing to the equipping process. To learn more about VCBCS and its spiritual and academic programs, visit vcbcs.org. 

Music: "On My Way," by Justin Jollie.