Jan. 07, 2024

Summary: This Sermon by special guest pastor Daniel Henderson discusses the importance of pursuing the glory of God in one's life and prayer. It emphasizes the transformative power of beholding God's glory and being conformed to His image through the work of the Holy Spirit.Key Takeaways: 1. It is important to seek the glory of God in one's life and prayer. 2. Beholding God's glory in prayer can lead to transformation and conformity to His image. 3. Prayerlessness can hinder spiritual growth and effectiveness in ministry. 4. Transparent and honest communication is essential in addressing challenges within the church. 5. The book of 2 Corinthians provides valuable insights into the speaker's own spiritual journey and challenges in ministry. 6. The audience is encouraged to prioritize meaningful prayer experiences and to strive for a deeper relationship with God.Sermon Notes: 2 Corinthians 3:17-4:1: Now the Lord is the Spirit; and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty. But we all, with unveiled face, beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from glory to glory, just as by the Spirit of the Lord.  Therefore, since we have this ministry, as we have received mercy, we do not lose heart (NKJV)."Don't you want a tase of the glory"?The Idea of glory! The magnification of the person of Christ, by His people AND the manifestation of the presence of Christ in and through His people.Five Keys to the glory of God in prayer ... 1. Collective and Individual - "we all" 2. Intimate ' "with unveiled face, beholding ... glory" 3. Transforming - "are being transformed" 4. Christ-centered - "into the same image" 5. Supernatural - "by the Spirit of the Lord"Conclusion: When we get a "taste of the glory" ... God is glorified! I am sanctified! We are edified! The world is mystified! The enemy is notified!