Francis Chan: Passion Houston 2015

Sermon Summary

Main Message

This message reminds us that our relationship with God should be one of awe, reverence, and intimacy. We must not lose sight of the incredible privilege it is to worship Him and interact with His presence. The Bible teaches us that when we come before God, we are entering a holy and sacred space, not just a casual meeting.

Key Scripture References

• Exodus 19:9-11 - In this passage, God is preparing the people to meet Him on Mount Sinai. He sets boundaries and parameters for their interaction with Him, showing that it's a holy and sacred experience.
• Exodus 33:7-11 - This passage describes how Moses would set up a tent outside the camp where he would meet with God. The people would watch in awe as Moses interacted with God, and they would respond by worshiping at their own tents.
• Exodus 19:16-18 - When Moses brought the people out to meet God on Mount Sinai, there were thunders, lightnings, and a thick cloud. The whole mountain trembled greatly, showing the awe-inspiring presence of God.
• Matthew 7:21-23 - Jesus teaches that only those who have a personal relationship with Him will be able to come before the Father in heaven. We must not just talk about God or judge others by His standards; we must love and know Him personally.
• Hebrews 10:19-22 - This passage reminds us that because of Jesus' sacrifice, we have access to the presence of God. We can come before Him with confidence and worship in spirit and truth.

Key Takeaways

• We must not lose sight of the awe-inspiring nature of our relationship with God.
• Our interactions with God should be holy, sacred, and intimate, not casual or burdensome.
• We have access to the presence of God because of Jesus' sacrifice, but we must fight to maintain a mindset of reverence and worship.
• We must prioritize time alone with God, seeking to experience His presence and interact with Him in a way that is worthy of His glory.

Practical Application

• Create a space in your home or life where you can regularly meet with God in solitude.
• Prioritize time alone with God, seeking to experience His presence and interact with Him in a way that is worthy of His glory.
• Fight against the tendency to make your interactions with God ordinary or common, remembering that He is holy and sacred.
• Seek to cultivate a mindset of awe, reverence, and worship when interacting with God, recognizing the incredible privilege it is to come before Him.