The Promise That Changes Everything
Sunday Rewind is a 5-day Devotional based on the weekly sermon at Resonate Community Church
October 19th Sermon, Day 1
Imagine if someone told you that you could actually see God. Not just learn about Him or hear about Him, but truly see Him. This isn't some mystical experience reserved for spiritual elites or ancient prophets. Jesus made this incredible promise to ordinary people like you and me.
When Jesus spoke these words, His audience was obsessed with external cleanliness and ritual purity. They believed that following the right ceremonies and maintaining outward appearances would bring them closer to God. But Jesus completely shifted their understanding. He wasn't talking about being clean on the outside; He was talking about something far more profound happening on the inside.
This promise is available to you today. It's not about achieving perfection or following a complex set of rules. It's about the condition of your heart. The question isn't whether you look good to others or whether you've checked all the religious boxes. The question is: what's happening in the deepest part of who you are?
God wants to reveal Himself to you in ways you've never imagined. He wants you to recognize His presence in your daily life, to see His hand at work in your circumstances, and to experience His love in a tangible way. This journey begins with understanding that seeing God isn't about external performance—it's about internal transformation.
The beautiful truth is that this promise is for you, right where you are today. You don't have to wait until you're 'good enough' or 'spiritual enough.' God is ready to show Himself to you now.
Bible Verse
'Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.' - Matthew 5:8
Reflection Question
What external things have you been focusing on in your relationship with God, and how might He be calling you to shift your attention to what's happening in your heart?
Quote “What if I told you that you could see God? Jesus tells us something astonishing: We can see God!”
Prayer
Lord, thank You for the incredible promise that I can see You. Help me to stop focusing on external appearances and start paying attention to what You want to do in my heart. Open my eyes to see You at work in my life today. Amen.
