How to Experience God

Grace Bible Church of Conway's Podcast

In this powerful message, Jeffrey Johnson unpacks Paul's heartfelt prayer in Ephesians 3:14-19, focusing on the ultimate Christian longing: to be filled with the fullness of God. Drawing from Paul’s prayer, Johnson explores the profound idea of experiencing a deep, transformative relationship with God—a revival of the soul where God's presence fills every part of our being, leaving no room for the world.
He outlines four essential steps for encountering God and cultivating personal revival: prayer to the Father, the power of the Holy Spirit, faith in Christ, and being rooted and grounded in love. Revival, Johnson explains, is more than intellectual knowledge or external rituals—it’s a personal, felt experience of God’s glory and love that transforms hearts and lives. Through prayer, we humble ourselves, recognizing our dependence on God as the source of all blessings. By the Spirit’s power, our hearts are fortified to bear the weight of God's glory. Faith allows us to see and trust the unseen Christ, while love grounds us, enabling us to comprehend the immeasurable dimensions of Christ’s love.
Johnson calls believers to reject dry, indifferent religiosity and instead pursue a vibrant, experiential walk with God. True revival, whether personal or corporate, begins with fervent prayer and results in a life overflowing with faith, love, and joy. He reminds us that God's riches are infinite, and we can never exhaust the depths of His love.
This sermon challenges us to seek more of God, praying to be filled with His fullness and transformed by His presence. Let it inspire you to pursue deeper faith, greater love, and a closer walk with Christ.