As we step into 2026, we all face the same choice: will we be distracted by worry, or will we dwell in the presence of God? In Psalm 84, the sons of Korah declare that one day in God’s presence is better than a thousand elsewhere. In this message, Jason Elsmore reminds us that we can enjoy God’s presence anywhere, anytime - but we live in a deeply distracted culture.

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Key Scriptures:

Psalm 84

Luke 10:38–42

John 11:32–35

John 12:1–8

John 10:10

Matthew 11:28–30

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