Ep 53 | Grace That Changes: Zacchaeus and the Fruit of Salvation

11 Feb 17min

Welcome to another engaging episode of the A Closer Look podcast where hosts David Wojnicki and Jason Smith dive into the latest sermon and broader topics of faith. This week, they reflect on some unforeseen changes in their church's schedule due to illness, highlighting the resilience and kindness within their community. The episode further delves into the final part of a sermon series on the Lord's Prayer, focusing particularly on the concept of sin. David explains that sin encompasses any word, thought, or deed against God, emphasizing how this definition includes not only actions but intentions and thoughts as well. The discussion takes a deeper look into the implications of sin as a debt, and how forgiveness of sin is a crucial part of prayer and faith. How forgiving others is a reflection of the forgiveness from God is dissected, noting that forgiven people tend to forgive others. This episode also touches upon the routine act of giving thanks and trusting God for daily provisions, even in times of apparent abundance. Additionally, David discusses the importance of the ongoing confession of sins and how it helps maintain a clean conscience and a healthy relationship with God. The podcast concludes with reflections on the recent church member meeting and anticipates upcoming messages that continue to build on these themes.

5 Feb 21min

Welcome back to A Closer Look! After a brief hiatus, Pastors Dave and Jason are thrilled to reconnect and dive deeper into reflections from the recent sermon series on Luke 11. This episode focuses on Jesus’ teachings on prayer, particularly the Lord's Prayer, unpacking its profound impact on both personal faith and communal worship. Over the past three weeks, the series has shed light on the essence of prayer, emphasizing that it’s not about rigid formulas or "perfect" words but about embracing the relational intimacy of addressing God as our Father. The discussion also explores the differences between the versions of the Lord’s Prayer in Matthew and Luke, highlighting the unique insights each provides into engaging with God authentically. Join us as we debunk common myths about prayer, uncover the richness of Christ’s teachings, and reflect on how the Lord's Prayer shapes our understanding of God’s kingdom, provision, forgiveness, and guidance. Tune in and be encouraged to deepen your own prayer life as we take A Closer Look!

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