Jordan Kelly

An ancient stone tablet half-buried in desert sand, carved with unreadable runic symbols, cracked down the center. a single wildflower blooms from the fissure, bathed in golden late afternoon sunlight. dust drifts gently in still air. no elements, no glow, no fantasy elements. realistic photograph style, shallow depth of field.

When Presence Meets Performance: Finding Grace in God’s Interruptions

While the sermon offers practical applications for encountering God, it lacks a clear foundation in the gospel. The message focuses on behavior without explaining how Christ's sacrifice enables and motivates true obedience. This approach could leave listeners feeling burdened by their own efforts rather than freed by grace.

Biblical Parallel (Archetype): Ephesus — The sermon maintains pious language but fails to anchor obedience in Christ's finished work, similar to the warning in [Revelation 2:4](https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Revelation+2%3A4&version=KJV) about leaving one's first love.

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