IMPACT Recap

Keep On Climbing

February 19, 2023 · 0:58:00

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Recap

Pastors Darrison and Whitney Tellez opened by honoring the leadership of Impact Church and emphasizing the importance of covering leaders in prayer. They then taught from Genesis 22, focusing on the story of Abraham and Isaac as a powerful lesson in faith. The central message was that God often calls us to take steps of faith without knowing all the details, trusting that He is the one who sent us and will provide. The pastors illustrated that faith is matured through movement and obedience, not by having a perfect plan. They encouraged the congregation that even when the journey feels long and the burden heavy—like Isaac carrying the wood up the mountain—we must 'keep on climbing' because the Lord will provide. The sermon concluded with a call to offer our lives as a living sacrifice to God and an invitation for salvation, reminding everyone that if God has brought us this far, He will not give up on us now.

Main Points

  • Faith is matured by movement; God often calls us to take a step without revealing all the details, trusting that He ordains our steps.
  • Obedience to God, even when it requires sacrifice, unlocks His favor and blessings, as He is responsible for providing for what belongs to Him.
  • In the midst of long and difficult journeys, we must 'keep on climbing' and trusting, because the Lord will provide at the right time.

Verses Mentioned

  • Genesis 22:1-18 - "Some time later God tested Abraham. He said to him, 'Abraham!' 'Here I am,' he replied. Then God said, 'Take your son, your only son, whom you love—Isaac—and go to the region of Moriah. Sacrifice him there as a burnt offering on a mountain I will show you.' ... 'I swear by myself, declares the Lord, that because you have done this and have not withheld your son, your only son, I will surely bless you and make your descendants as numerous as the stars in the sky and as the sand on the seashore. Your descendants will take possession of the cities of their enemies, and through your offspring all nations on earth will be blessed, because you have obeyed me.'" (NIV)
  • Psalm 37:23 - "The Lord makes firm the steps of the one who delights in him." (NIV)
  • John 3:16 - "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." (NIV)
  • Romans 12:1 - "Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship." (NIV)

Daily Action Plan

Monday

Scripture Reflection: Psalm 37:23 (NIV) - The Lord makes firm the steps of the one who delights in him.

Focus Point: Trusting God with the next step.

Action Plan: Identify one area where you've been waiting for details from God. Take one practical step of obedience in that area today.

Deep Prayer: Lord, I trust that you order my steps. Give me the courage to move forward in faith today, even without all the answers.

Tuesday

Scripture Reflection: Genesis 22:8 (NIV) - Abraham answered, 'God himself will provide the lamb for the burnt offering, my son.'

Focus Point: Believing God will provide.

Action Plan: Write down a current need or worry. Actively choose to speak words of faith over it, like 'The Lord will provide.'

Deep Prayer: God, you are my provider. I release my anxiety about [specific need] and declare my trust in your perfect timing and provision.

Wednesday

Scripture Reflection: Hebrews 11:17-19 (NIV) - By faith Abraham, when God tested him, offered Isaac as a sacrifice... Abraham reasoned that God could even raise the dead...

Focus Point: The obedience of surrender.

Action Plan: Reflect on what you hold most tightly. In prayer, symbolically place it back in God's hands and declare, 'This belongs to you.'

Deep Prayer: Father, everything I have is from you. I surrender [person/dream/possession] back to you today. My trust is in you, the Giver.

Thursday

Scripture Reflection: Romans 12:1 (NIV) - Therefore, I urge you... to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God...

Focus Point: Worship as sacrifice.

Action Plan: Offer God a 'living sacrifice' today by choosing obedience in a difficult area, serving someone, or praising Him despite your circumstances.

Deep Prayer: Jesus, I offer myself to you today—my time, my attitude, my actions. Let my life be an act of worship that is pleasing to you.

Friday

Scripture Reflection: Genesis 22:14 (NIV) - So Abraham called that place The Lord Will Provide. And to this day it is said, 'On the mountain of the Lord it will be provided.'

Focus Point: Remembering God's faithfulness.

Action Plan: Look back at your life and recall a specific time God provided. Thank Him for it and share that story with one person to encourage their faith.

Deep Prayer: God, thank you for your past provision in my life. It reminds me that you are faithful and will provide again. I choose to trust you for my future.

Saturday

Scripture Reflection: Isaiah 40:31 (NIV) - but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.

Focus Point: Renewing strength for the climb.

Action Plan: Intentionally rest and spend time with God, not striving or planning. Listen for His encouragement for the journey ahead.

Deep Prayer: Lord, I wait on you. Renew my strength, hope, and faith. Prepare my heart to keep climbing with you, trusting you for every provision.

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