The Audacity to Be Blessed

Do you ever feel guilty asking God to bless you? When you look at all the hardship in the world, it is easy to feel self-centered for wanting God’s favor in your own life.

If you are a young adult navigating life in the Pinetown or Upper Highway area, this message will challenge your perspective on God’s goodness. God doesn’t just tolerate you; His face is shining upon you. In this powerful message, we look at the Aaronic Blessing in Numbers 6, the continuation of the Prayer of Jabez, and the profound difference between mercy and grace.

In this video, we explore:

The Audacity to Ask: Why we shouldn’t feel embarrassed to pray for God’s outrageous blessing.

Mercy vs. Grace: Why mercy is not getting what you do deserve, but grace is getting what you don’t deserve.

Undivided Attention: What it actually means when the Bible says God “turns His face toward you.”

The Power of a Name: How God places His name on us to mark us as His own.

Protection in the Blessing: Why God promises not just to bless us, but to keep (protect) us from spiritual backlash.

God wants to bless you so that you can be a blessing to others. It is time to step confidently into His favor!

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Video Chapters:
0:00 – The Audacity to Ask for God’s Blessing
2:53 – Honoring Roger: Finding Hope in the Midst of Pain
6:09 – Numbers 6: The Aaronic Blessing Explained
10:29 – Marked by God: Carrying the Family Name
14:01 – Stop Apologizing for God’s Blessing
17:15 – “Bless You and Keep You”: Protection from Backlash
20:36 – The Difference Between Mercy and Grace
24:20 – Undivided Attention: God Turns His Face Toward You
29:11 – Shalom: Experiencing God’s Total Peace
31:28 – Ministry Time: “The Blessing” Spoken Over You
43:34 – Community Announcement (Amanzi for the Kids)