Counter-Cultural Living

Part 4: Pastor Michael Dascoli

9-27-2020

“The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us.” John 1:14

First: Presence Influences Happiness

“I pray that out of Christ’s glorious riches He may strengthen you with power through

His Spirit in your inner being, 17 so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith.

Ephesians 3:16-17a

“Don’t become so well-adjusted to your culture that you fit into it without even thinking.”

Romans 12:2a

App: We must be intentional to practice presence when with people

Second: Listening Presence Adds Value

46 Three days later they finally discovered Him in the Temple, sitting among the

religious teachers, listening to them and asking questions. (ref. Luke 2:41-50 NLT)

App: we must be intentional about listening and asking questions

Increase Your Influence of Presence

First: learn to evaluate the why

“Be still, and know that I am God…” Psalm 46:10

Second: identify your relational values

Number three: power down occasionally

Number four: install speed bumps

Let’s Pray:

-What is God’s Spirit saying to you today?

-How must you respond?