2. Mephibosheth - God is Not Far From Us — Ajay Chakravarthy — July 13, 2023

2023 CFCNA Singles Discipleship Gathering https://rlcf.church/media/sermons/mephibosheth-god-is-not-far-from-us River of Life Christian Fellowship 1306 N Lincoln Avenue Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA

Summary

The sermon uses the story of Mephibosheth to illustrate that God's acceptance and grace are not based on personal merit but on the faithfulness of others, specifically Jonathan's covenant with David. The speaker emphasizes that just as Mephibosheth was shown undeserved kindness through Jonathan, believers are accepted by God solely through Christ's sacrifice, not by their own efforts. This highlights the profound reality of grace and divine favor.

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The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.

How do you feel God looks at you today?The speaker opens by asking whether we feel God is distant or close when we pray, comparing casual prayers to throwing tissue paper at a ceiling.

Though he is not far from each one of usReading from Acts 17, the speaker highlights that God has determined the boundaries of our habitation so that we might grope for him and find him, because he is close.

The story of MephiboshethThe speaker shares a drawing of a table with food and crutches, introducing Mephibosheth, a crippled man who feared King David because of his grandfather Saul.

David shows kindness for Jonathan's sakeReading from 2 Samuel 9, David seeks out descendants of Jonathan to show kindness, bringing Mephibosheth to his table and restoring all of Saul's land to him.

Accepted in Christ for His sakeJust as Mephibosheth was accepted and lavished with love not for his own sake but for Jonathan's, we are accepted in the Beloved and given all of heaven's resources for Christ's sake.

Draw me after you and let us run togetherTurning to Song of Solomon 1, the speaker describes God's longing for an intimate relationship with us, where we desire to spend time with Him and follow where He leads.Song of Solomon 1:4

The bride's hesitation and diligent pursuitIn Song of Solomon 5, the bride hesitates when her beloved knocks, leading him to leave; she then searches the city until she finds him and holds on, refusing to let him go.

Jesus sought time alone with the FatherExamining Matthew 14, the speaker notes how Jesus withdrew to secluded places to pray, maintaining His heart to meet with the Father even when interrupted by the needs of crowds.Matthew 14:13

God looks for opportunities to meet with usJesus often met with His disciples in a garden, and today He looks for opportunities to meet with us in our everyday lives, homes, and workplaces.John 18:2

Jesus is the bread of lifeQuoting John 6:35, the speaker explains that anyone who comes to Jesus will never hunger and whoever believes in Him will never thirst, whereas worldly things leave us thirsting again.

Sin grows dim in the light of ChristWhen we find our satisfaction and devotion in Christ, sin and temptation lose their attractive appeal, just as pig's food lost its appeal to the prodigal son at his father's table.

Walking with God like NoahNoah and his family were preserved in a wicked world not merely by saying no to the world, but by saying yes to walking with God and finding their satisfaction in Him.

Simple and pure devotion to ChristThe speaker concludes that simple, pure devotion means making Jesus the most important priority in life, seeking Him with a single eye and heart, and loving Him above all else.

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2. Mephibosheth - God is Not Far From Us — Ajay Chakravarthy — July 13, 2023

Ajay Chakravarthy · July 20, 2023 · 29m

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The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.

How do you feel God looks at you today?The speaker opens by asking whether we feel God is distant or close when we pray, comparing casual prayers to throwing tissue paper at a ceiling.

The story of MephiboshethThe speaker shares a drawing of a table with food and crutches, introducing Mephibosheth, a crippled man who feared King David because of his grandfather Saul.

David shows kindness for Jonathan's sakeReading from 2 Samuel 9, David seeks out descendants of Jonathan to show kindness, bringing Mephibosheth to his table and restoring all of Saul's land to him.

God looks for opportunities to meet with usJesus often met with His disciples in a garden, and today He looks for opportunities to meet with us in our everyday lives, homes, and workplaces.John 18:2

Walking with God like NoahNoah and his family were preserved in a wicked world not merely by saying no to the world, but by saying yes to walking with God and finding their satisfaction in Him.

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2. Mephibosheth - God is Not Far From Us — Ajay Chakravarthy — July 13, 2023

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2. Mephibosheth - God is Not Far From Us — Ajay Chakravarthy — July 13, 2023

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