A Different Identity

Pastor Paul Feuerstein

January 5, 2025

Main Idea

The central theme of Pastor Austin's sermon was the pivotal role of obedience in experiencing 'God moments' in our lives. He argued that obedience is not about restriction but about stepping into the fullness of what God has for us. By examining Joseph's obedience in the birth story of Jesus, Pastor Austin demonstrated that obedience is an act of trust and love, not fear. He encouraged us to recognize God's love for us, which empowers us to trust and obey Him. The message left us with a deeper understanding that our obedience can lead to the most extraordinary moments with God.

Scripture References

Matthew 1:18-25, 1 John 4:18-19, James 1:22-25, Romans 10:17, John 10:27

1. How can we discern between the voice of God and other voices in our lives?

2. What fears might be holding us back from being obedient to God?

Discussion Questions:

3. In what ways has obedience to God led to 'God moments' in your own life?

4. How can we cultivate a quicker response time to God's call in our daily lives?

5. How does understanding God's love for us change our perspective on obedience?

Summary

Pastor Austin Feuerstein from Echo Church delivered a powerful message titled 'God Moments: Obedience.' He emphasized that our lives are measured by moments, not time, and this is especially true in our relationship with God. Pastor Austin highlighted that obedience to God often leads to the most intimate and transformative experiences in our faith journey. He used the story of Joseph's obedience in the Christmas narrative to illustrate his point, showing us that Joseph's compliance with God's direction resulted in the fulfillment of four prophecies. Through Joseph's example, we learned about the importance of choosing love over fear, knowing God's voice, and the significance of our response time to God's call.