The encounter with God speech is a famous speech that was given by Billy Graham. Its goal is to give people hope in the face of tragedy, and faith in times of despair. In this article we’ll be discussing 3 points from the encounter with God speech:
1) The reality of sin and its consequences
2) The need for salvation
3) Thoughts about prayer
The reality of sin and its consequences:
The encounter with God speech states that people are sinful by nature, and this sin separates us from the presence of God. This is a biblical truth- Romans chapter three tells us that all have sinned against one commandment or another. It’s clear then to conclude that we’re in need of salvation- without it, no man can see the face of God (Hebrews 12:14).
The encounter with God’s speech goes on to explain how Jesus came as a savior for mankind through his death on the cross where he paid our debt of sin so nothing you could ever do will make up for it. Only receiving him into your life by faith makes you right before god.
Jesus offers forgiveness through repentance which means turning away from sin and turning to Jesus for salvation.
The need for salvation:
- We all sin
- Sin is separation from God and we need to be saved in order to see the face of god
Salvation: an encounter with God speech explains that this takes place through repentance which means turning away from sin and turning back towards Jesus for salvation. The encounter with God’s speech ends by saying encounter with Christ happens when you take steps inwardly toward him, then he will come out into your life. That allows people who are far away from their creator to be brought near (Ephesians distance=nearness)
Thoughts about prayer:
Encounter with God’s speech says that you should pray to Jesus, not just in English but also in tongues.
Prayer is important because it allows us to communicate directly with god and encounter him within ourselves. It makes our relationship personal by linking us more closely to Christ and showing the depth of love we have for one another (John 15:13).
Thoughts about what prayer can do:
Prayer changes things. Encountering God through prayer gives hope and strength which leads to healing from sin and addiction as well as other harmful behaviors such as bullying or abusive relationships. This encounter frees people so they live better lives than before.
Conclusion: Encountering God is an encounter that all men are in need of- the encounter doesn’t just happen on its own though, you have to seek Him out! Even if you’re unsure where He may be found today… I’ll leave this blog post by saying Psalm 27:14 – Wait patiently upon the Lord; be courageous and he shall strengthen thine heart…He will bring forth thy righteousness as the light, and thy judgment as the noonday..(Psalm 27).