In the second part of our "Proximity" series, Pastor Benjamin Lehew explores the vital difference between visiting God’s presence and learning to dwell there. Drawing from the journey of the Israelites in the wilderness, we look at the imagery of the Pillar of Cloud and how it serves as a divine "GPS" for our spiritual lives. It is one thing to draw near to God, but it is another thing to stay near. This message identifies the "drift" that often happens in our lives and provides three biblical moves to help you remain in alignment with the Father.

Key Highlights from this Message:

The Danger of the Drift: Unpacking Hebrews 2:1 and why drifting is usually quiet, slow, and unintentional.

Move #1: You Must STAY in the Cloud: Understanding that spiritual accuracy and peace are only found when we stay under the "shade" of His presence.

Move #2: You Must MOVE with the Cloud: Finding the courage to leave "old campsites"—mindsets or habits that worked in the past but aren't where God is today.

Move #3: You Must WAIT for the Cloud: The discipline of stillness. Why forcing our own timing creates "Ishmaels" instead of waiting for God’s best.

Scripture References:

Hebrews 2:1, Exodus 40:34-38, Numbers 9:15-23, Psalm 91:1

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Proximity Part 1: Drawing Near to God | Ben Lehew

"Draw near to God and He will draw near to you." — James 4:8.

In the kickoff of our new series, "Proximity," Ben Lehew explores the vital importance of our distance from God. Using a fun, hands-on basketball illustration, we see how proximity changes everything—even when the equipment and the target remain the same. In this message, we unpack three specific moves to draw closer to the heart of the Father.

You can't be discipled at a distance. Join us as we step out of hiding and into a deeper, more intimate relationship with the One who yearns jealously for us.

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In this message from Grace Summit Church in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Pastor Dan Prus wraps up the "Hindsight" series with a powerful look at the impact of our personal stories. Drawing from Joshua 4, he explores how we can transform the "baggage" of our past into a "testimony" that points to God’s glory.

Sermon Highlights

The Three Stages of Your Journey: Identifying if you are in the place of bondage (slavery to sin), wandering (going in circles), or stepping into God's promises.

The Two Levels of Testimony: Understanding the difference between the "surface" changes people see and the "deep" things God has healed in our hearts.

From Baggage to Memorial: Why the difficult things you’ve endured are not just heavy weights, but are actually "stones" used to build a memorial of God's faithfulness.

Real Talk on Mental Health: Pastor Dan shares his personal battle with depression and suicidal ideation, offering hope to those struggling in dark places.

Key Scripture

"In the future your children will ask, 'What do these stones mean?' Then you can tell them, 'They remind us that the Jordan River stopped flowing when the Ark of the Lord’s covenant went across.'" — Joshua 4:6-7

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