Childlike Faith

09/10/23 • 50 min

What happens when you step out in faith and truly trust God with your finances? Join me as I delve into a heartwarming conversation with Michael and Tara Ebbwin, key leaders of our young adults ministry, who will blow you away with their inspiring giving story. They share their riveting journey of how giving became their expression of worship, their commitment to consistent giving, and the joy of understanding when it's time to give abundantly. Their story is a testament to God's abundant providence when they dared to trust Him.
Imagine a world where we all have the faith of children — pure, trusting, and full of wonder. Let's delve into the profound teachings of Matthew 18, where Jesus emphasizes the significance of a child's unyielding faith and how it's crucial to the Kingdom of Heaven. Listen as we unravel the intriguing concept of unconscious faith, exemplified beautifully by children, and how it echoes the essence of the childlike trust and self-forgetfulness that Jesus urges us to imbibe.
The finale of our discussion takes a fascinating turn as we explore the symbolism of a lamb, and how Jesus, in all His humility and innocence, perfectly embodies its qualities. Let's ponder over how He entered our weakness, emerged victorious, and led the way for us to enter the Kingdom of Heaven through a humble and childlike faith. This session is sure to leave you with a renewed sense of wonder, humility and an ignited imagination, aspects essential for a truly transformative worship experience. Tune in, and let's embark on this journey together.

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Thank you guys . So good . Well , you guys have a seat . Morning friends , morning Larry . I'm one of the pastors here in Justice Response and Our Worship . This is our time where we just pause for a moment to talk about what it's like to live a generous lifestyle as a response of worship . And so I brought some friends up today , once a month , to try to grab some more of th