Sustaining a balanced and enduring relationship with Jesus | Kola Adegoke

In this powerful message, Kola Adegoke addresses the need for a deeper, more stable walk with Christ. He challenges believers to move beyond a superficial, transactional relationship with God—where we seek only blessings, miracles, or solutions to problems—and to cultivate a balanced and enduring relationship built on knowing God Himself.

Key Takeaways:

Beyond the "Things" of God: A true relationship is not about what we can get from God (jobs, healing, provision) but about following Him for who He is. These "things" are subject to change, but God is permanent.

The Call to Endurance: Jesus seeks disciples who will "continue" in His word (John 8:31-32)—those who remain steadfast through all seasons of life, not just when circumstances are favorable.

Knowing God vs. Knowing His Acts: There is a crucial difference between knowing God's miraculous acts (like Israel) and knowing His ways intimately (like Moses). Our goal must be deep, personal knowledge (yada) of God.

A Balanced Relationship: A sustainable walk with God involves embracing multiple facets of our identity in Him: as children (with privileges and responsibilities), as servants (fully submitted to His will), as friends, and as brethren.

Freedom from Fear: A major fruit of a secure relationship with God as our Father is deliverance from the spirit of fear and bondage, particularly the fear of death. We are called to live in the liberty and boldness of sonship.

Preparing for Storms: The message is a urgent call to "fasten our seatbelts" and deepen our roots in Christ to withstand the coming spiritual storms and pressures of the end times.

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