2 Way Street Of Commitment

This message challenges us to examine the true nature of our commitment to God in light of His unwavering commitment to us. Drawing from Deuteronomy 7:9-10 and Jeremiah 31:33, we're reminded that God is faithful to His covenant—He is our God and we are His people. But here's the convicting truth: commitment is a two-way street. While we eagerly desire God's blessings, provision, and presence in our lives, we often fall short in our commitment back to Him. The message uses the illustration of fine china being fired seven times in a kiln to show how God's refining fire molds us into what He wants us to be. We're called to move beyond 'gravy grace'—that dangerous mindset where we live however we want, counting on grace to cover our deliberate disobedience. Instead, we should be so grateful for grace that we desire to live righteously without constantly needing to depend on it. The challenge is clear: Are we showing up for God the way we expect Him to show up for us? Are we investing our lives—not just our money, but our time, will, and emotions—into His kingdom? God never leaves the intersection where we walk away from Him; He waits faithfully for our return. The question becomes: Will we draw near to Him so He can draw near to us?