Show Notes
Have you ever wished you could have just five minutes with Jesus physically present? So often I've ached for just one big hug or one good long look into His physical eyes because I truly believe it would set everything right. I know I'd feel so much peace, security, and overwhelming love. All the troubles of this world would grow dim. Even though Jesus doesn't magically appear in my living room, He has promised that He'll be with me ... and you ... always. In this episode of True Comfort, I share some truth about God's presence that encourages me in moments when I wonder where He is. I hope this will encourage you, as well.
We talk about The trauma of losing a sibling to addiction during the holidays. Watching a parent fade away through Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. Why the Holy Spirit feels mysterious and how to identify His fruit. The "Music Analogy": A philosophical way to understand God’s constant presence. Jesus’ words to Thomas and what they mean for us who haven't seen, yet believe.
TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - The phone call that changed Christmas forever 1:40 - The physical toll of grief: Parkinson’s and Dementia 4:00 - The true meaning of "Emmanuel" (God With Us) 8:50 - The desperation of wanting 5 minutes with Jesus 10:50 - The Promise: I will not leave you as orphans 14:50 - God’s Omnipresence: You cannot flee from Him 19:50 - The "Music" Analogy: How God sustains your existence 23:40 - To those who have not seen, yet believe
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