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RECKLESS ABANDON:. GIVING IT ALL FOR CHRIST. LONGING FOR GOD. Reckless ( adj ) – marked by a lack of thought about danger or other possible undesirable consequences. Abandon (noun) – complete lack of inhibition or self-restraint
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RECKLESSABANDON: GIVING IT ALL FOR CHRIST
LONGING FOR GOD • Reckless (adj) – marked by a lack of thought about danger or other possible undesirable consequences. • Abandon (noun) – complete lack of inhibition or self-restraint • In the context of our spiritual lives, it is the ultimate form of living by faith no matter the consequences. One might call it “Extreme Faith.”
LONGING FOR GOD • Exodus 33:12-23 (NIV) 12 Moses said to the LORD, "You have been telling me, 'Lead these people,' but you have not let me know whom you will send with me. • 15 Then Moses said to him, "If your Presence does not go with us, do not send us up from here. • 18 Then Moses said, "Now show me your glory."
LONGING FOR HOPE • Moses intercedes for God’s People (v 12-14) • Moses calls on God’s mercy and grace (favor) v. 12-13 • Moses reminds God of the relationship He has with His people (v. 14)
LONGING FOR GOD’S PRESENCE • Moses confirms God’s presence • Moses reminds God of His reputation
LONGING TO SEE GOD’S GLORY • Moses wanted more of God (v. 18) • Moses’ request is Granted (v. 19) • Moses experience’s God’s glory, but not God in totality (v. 20-23)
OUR LONGINGS • Our longing to SEE God is accomplished by coming to know Him and His ways. • We do not get to see a manifestation of Christ, but we do get to know his character and His ways. • Are you willing to challenge God to reveal Himself more and more to you OR are you satisfied with the status quo?