A Heart Ready for the Word: Part 3

Hello folks.

In the message today (3-29-09) we touched on the seed the fell on the rocky ground. I mentioned that we receive the word of God superficially because we haven't given up our visions, plans and goals; in fact, we think Jesus is the key ingredient to making our visions, plans and goals a reality. But, as I mentioned, God has his own vision, plans and goals and (quite frankly) wants to transform us so we embody his visions, plans and goals as well.

What do you think about this? Does a shallow heart prevent us from embracing the visions, plans and goals of God? Since the issue is always faith/trust, what are we not believing about God that keeps us set on our own purposes isntead of God's?

Love to hear your feedback on these questions or on the message in general.

Blessings,
Pastor Brian

A Heart Ready for the Word

We've been talking about being receptive to God's word using the parable of the sower as our guide. This past Sunday (3-15-09) we addressed the heart that's hard like a walking path unable and unwilling to receive the word.

We learned the remedy to this problem is repentance; turning away from all that we're trusting and hoping in and turning to Jesus. What do you think keeps us from true repentance? Certainly, repentance is a divine gift, but what practical or tangible aspects keep us from receiving this gift and turning to Jesus?

Love to hear your thoughts, not just on this question but on the series in general and what God is doing in your life.

Pastor Brian