Embracing Adventure: The Call to Active Faith

Devotional

Day 1: The Spirit of Wisdom Empowers Us for Kingdom Living

The Holy Spirit is not reserved for a select few, but is poured out on all who believe, empowering every follower of Jesus to walk in wisdom, authority, and the fullness of God’s purposes. Through the cross, we are brought into a new covenant where the Spirit dwells within us, giving us permission and power to do the works of the kingdom today. This means that no matter your background or age, you are invited to participate in God’s mission, advancing His love and presence in the world. [01:29:42]

Isaiah 11:2 (ESV)
"And the Spirit of the Lord shall rest upon him, the Spirit of wisdom and understanding, the Spirit of counsel and might, the Spirit of knowledge and the fear of the Lord."

Reflection: In what area of your life do you need to invite the Holy Spirit’s wisdom and power to move through you today?

Day 2: Jesus Calls Us to Greater Works

Jesus promises that those who believe in Him will not only do the works He did, but even greater things, because He has gone to the Father. This is not a distant hope, but a present invitation to step out in faith, take risks, and partner with God to see lives transformed. The call is to heal, set free, and bring the kingdom wherever we go, trusting that Jesus meant what He said and that He is faithful to His word. [01:33:26]

John 14:12 (TPT)
"I tell you this timeless truth: The person who follows me in faith, believing in me, will do the same mighty miracles I do—even greater miracles than these because I go to be with my Father!"

Reflection: What is one “greater work” you sense God inviting you to step into, and what risk would it take to say yes?

Day 3: Transformation from Glory to Glory

The journey of following Jesus is not meant to be static; we are invited to move from one level of glory to another, continually transformed into His image. This transformation is the result of beholding Jesus, reflecting His presence, and saying yes to His invitations. Rather than standing at the gate, we are called to enter fully into the adventure of the kingdom, experiencing upgrades and deeper encounters with God as we go. [01:38:48]

2 Corinthians 3:18 (TPT)
"We can all draw close to him with the veil removed from our faces. And with no veil we all become like mirrors who brightly reflect the glory of the Lord Jesus. We are being transfigured into his very image as we move from one brighter level of glory to another. And this glorious transfiguration comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit."

Reflection: Where have you been “standing at the gate” in your spiritual life, and what would it look like to step fully into the next level of glory God has for you?

Day 4: Your Yes Unlocks Divine Partnership

God honors our free will and waits for our “yes” to move powerfully through us. When we say yes, we give Him permission to work in and through our lives, becoming ambassadors of His love and presence to our neighbors, workplaces, and the world. It’s not about being qualified, but about being available and willing to co-labor with God, trusting that each act of obedience—no matter how small or unconventional—can bring transformation and freedom to others. [01:41:20]

Isaiah 6:8 (NLT)
"Then I heard the Lord asking, 'Whom should I send as a messenger to this people? Who will go for us?' I said, 'Here I am. Send me.'"

Reflection: What is one area where God is asking for your “yes” today, and how can you respond in obedience even if it feels risky or unconventional?

Day 5: Love Is the Greatest Command and Our Kingdom Assignment

At the heart of the kingdom is the call to love God with all that we are and to love our neighbors as ourselves. This is the new covenant and the greatest commandment, and it is the foundation for all kingdom impact. Loving others is not complicated—it’s about being present, extending kindness, and allowing God’s love to flow through us in practical ways. Every act of love, no matter how simple, is a powerful partnership with God to bring His kingdom to earth. [01:43:21]

Matthew 22:37-39 (ESV)
"And he said to him, 'You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the great and first commandment. And a second is like it: You shall love your neighbor as yourself.'"

Reflection: Who is one person you can intentionally show God’s love to today, and what specific action can you take to demonstrate that love?

Sermon Summary

The journey of following Jesus is an invitation into a life of adventure, transformation, and partnership with God. From the very beginning, God has called His people to walk in wisdom, power, and love—not as distant observers, but as active participants in His kingdom. The Holy Spirit is not reserved for a select few; every believer, regardless of age or background, is invited to say “yes” to God and step into the fullness of what He has for them. This is not a passive faith, but one that hungers for more, that risks, and that expects God to move in miraculous ways.

There is a fresh stirring in this season—a call to move from simply observing the kingdom to advancing it. God is raising up a people who take Him at His word, who believe that when Jesus said we would do the same works He did, and even greater, He meant it. The miracles of healing, deliverance, and transformation are not just stories from the past; they are the baseline of what it means to follow Jesus. Yet, there is always more. The invitation is to go from glory to glory, to continually experience deeper levels of God’s presence, power, and love.

This journey requires risk and obedience. Sometimes God asks us to do things that don’t make sense, that might even seem silly or uncomfortable. But it is in those moments of simple obedience that His power is released. Our “yes” to God is the key that unlocks His movement in and through us. It’s not about being qualified or perfect; it’s about being available and willing. Each act of obedience, each step of faith, brings us and those around us into greater freedom and encounter with God.

We are called to be ambassadors of His love, to carry His presence into every sphere of life—our families, workplaces, cities, and nations. The greatest commandment is to love God and love our neighbor, and it is through love that the kingdom advances. God is looking for those who will say, “Here I am, send me.” When we give Him our “yes,” we become partners in His mission to bring healing, hope, and transformation to the world.

Key Takeaways

1. The Holy Spirit empowers every believer, regardless of age or background, to participate fully in the kingdom of God. There is no “junior Holy Spirit”—children and adults alike are invited to pray, prophesy, and minister in power. This truth breaks down barriers and calls us all into active partnership with God. [89:42]
2. Moving from glory to glory is not a one-time event but a continual process of transformation. As we draw close to Jesus, we reflect His glory more brightly, experiencing upgrades in our spiritual life and capacity to love. We are not meant to plateau, but to live in a constant state of growth and adventure with God. [95:24]
3. Obedience often requires risk and a willingness to look foolish in the eyes of others. God sometimes asks us to do things that don’t make sense, but it is in those moments of simple, childlike obedience that His power is most clearly revealed. Each “yes” unlocks new realms of God’s glory and impact. [103:21]
4. The mystery of healing and miracles is not always easily understood—sometimes God heals instantly, sometimes through process, and sometimes not in the way we expect. Our role is not to figure it all out, but to partner with God in faith, celebrate what He does, and continue to contend for more. This posture keeps us humble, hungry, and dependent on Him. [98:48]
5. Saying “yes” to God is not about being qualified, but about being available. God honors our free will and waits for our invitation to move in and through us. When we offer Him our “yes,” we become ambassadors of His love, carrying His presence into every area of life and making an eternal impact. [101:20]

Youtube Chapters

[00:00] - Welcome
[00:30] - Wisdom Conference 2025 Announcement
[03:15] - Honoring Leaders and Community
[05:10] - What is God Doing in This Season?
[08:00] - The Power of Childlike Faith
[10:20] - The Invitation to Greater Works
[13:00] - From Glory to Glory: Living Transformed
[16:30] - The Mystery and Hunger for More
[19:45] - Healing, Risk, and Obedience
[23:00] - The Power of a Simple Yes
[26:10] - Ambassadors of Love and the Kingdom
[29:00] - Testimonies of God’s Faithfulness
[32:15] - The Call to Love and Impact
[35:00] - Prayer of Surrender and Activation
[130:30] - Words of Knowledge and Closing

Bible Study Guide

Bible Reading

John 14:12 — "Very truly I tell you, whoever believes in me will do the works I have been doing, and they will do even greater things than these, because I am going to the Father."

2. 2 Corinthians 3:18
"And we all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord’s glory, are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit."

3. Isaiah 6:8
"Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, 'Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?' And I said, 'Here am I. Send me!'"

Observation Questions

In John 14:12, what does Jesus say about the works His followers will do? How does the sermon describe what these “greater things” might look like? [[01:33:26]]
According to 2 Corinthians 3:18, what happens to us as we draw close to Jesus? How does the sermon explain the idea of “going from glory to glory”? [[01:35:24]]
In Isaiah 6:8, what is Isaiah’s response to God’s question? How does the sermon connect this to our own willingness to say “yes” to God? [[01:41:20]]
The sermon mentions that the Holy Spirit is not just for a select few, but for everyone, including children. What examples were given to show this? [[01:29:42]]

Interpretation Questions

What does it mean that there is “no junior Holy Spirit”? How might this truth change the way we view children or new believers in the church? [[01:29:42]]
The sermon talks about moving from “observer” to “participant” in God’s kingdom. What are some reasons people might stay on the sidelines, and what does the Bible say about our role? [[01:35:24]]
The speaker shares about praying for healing and not always seeing the results expected. How should believers respond when God doesn’t move in the way we hope? [[01:38:48]]
The sermon says that obedience often requires risk and sometimes looks foolish. Why do you think God asks us to step out in ways that don’t always make sense? [[01:43:21]]

Application Questions

The sermon says, “Our ‘yes’ to God is the key that unlocks His movement in and through us.” Is there an area in your life where you feel God is asking for your “yes,” but you’ve been hesitant? What’s holding you back? [[01:41:20]]
Think about a time when you felt prompted to do something that didn’t make sense or felt uncomfortable, like praying for someone or sharing your faith. Did you respond? What was the outcome? [[01:43:21]]
The idea of “going from glory to glory” means we’re always growing and being transformed. Are there ways you’ve noticed God changing you recently? Where do you sense He wants to grow you next? [[01:35:24]]
The sermon highlights that the Holy Spirit empowers everyone, regardless of age or background. How can you encourage or make space for others—especially those who might feel overlooked—to step into ministry or spiritual gifts? [[01:29:42]]
The speaker shared about praying for healing even when the results are a mystery. How do you handle disappointment or confusion when God doesn’t answer prayers the way you expect? What helps you keep faith and keep praying? [[01:38:48]]
The greatest commandment is to love God and love our neighbor. What is one practical way you can carry God’s love into your family, workplace, or community this week? [[01:41:20]]
The sermon describes faith as “spelled R-I-S-K.” What is one risk you could take this week to partner with God in advancing His kingdom? [[01:43:21]]

Sermon Clips

But so I've been this burning hunger inside of like, Lord, what are you doing? Because I am hungry for the more. And I really, truly believe the Spirit is stirring hearts with a fresh urgency right now. And not just to observe the kingdom, but to advance it. [01:29:23] (19 seconds) Edit Clip

And this is the cool thing. God is raising up a people who believe in Him just at His Word. His Word says it and we can do it. Amen? It's just that simple. He invites us into this. And whoever wants to just say yes boldly and whoever wants to walk in the greater works that Jesus has promised. And I mean, test Him when He's like, you guys and Ross and everybody. Like, that just rocks me to think of the King of Kings and the Lord of Lords pouring out His love over us. That's transformational. And you say like, does it look odd sometimes? Yes, Len, it does. But we love you. [01:29:42] (40 seconds) Edit Clip

Why do I just go for it? Why do I swing? I call swinging for the fences, right? I just step up and I go for it. Why? Because we can. And if one life can be impacted from me just doing what Jesus said, come on, that's cool. And I've seen so many lives touched over the year. And it has just the permission and the invitation to co -labor with heaven and what he's doing. And really, really authentically putting our eyes on him and saying, just tell me what to do, Lord, and it's done. That's exciting, you guys. When people tell me that being a Christian is boring, I'm like, you are in the wrong game. [01:31:38] (35 seconds) Edit Clip

So I want you to hear this tonight, because as I sought the Lord, I feel like I heard him answer a few things. And there's a song that I recently, it's been out, it's Elevation, and the bridge on it says, I sought the Lord, and he heard, and he answered. That's why I trust him. That's why I trust him. It probably took me a couple months to be able to sing that, because I have sought the Lord, and he has been so faithful. He is so trustworthy. He has been so right on every time, and I trust him with all I am. And as human beings, there's trust issues that come up, right? We're all human. But it's the one place that I know that God is so faithful, and if he says he'll do it, and he says we can, we can. We can hold him to his word. [01:32:25] (46 seconds) Edit Clip

So we were created for greatness, each one of us. And when you look at John 14, 12, and this is out of the Passion Translation, it says, I tell you this timeless truth. That's a good word. The person who follows me in faith, believing in me, will do the same mighty miracles I do. [01:33:07] (19 seconds) Edit Clip

And then even greater miracles than these, because I go to be with my Father. So my heart's stirring up, like, what's the greater things, God? Like, the basics is heal the sick, raise the dead, set the captives free. We've seen that, right? Just in the practical. [01:33:29] (15 seconds) Edit Clip

And yet he said, we could do even greater. I don't know what that means. But I'm in the game to, or I'm in the, he's got my yes to discover that. What does that look like? And I got to be honest, like, I've had this just holy hunger lately. [01:34:04] (19 seconds) Edit Clip

So we started to go to all these different places. And I had this burning in myself to say, I want to lay hands on people, not because of me, but because of who is in me. And I want to see people healed. I don't care what age they are or what the history is. Our God is that healer. And so we've been going for it, right? We've been going for it. And it isn't about flashy signs. It isn't about, oh, you know, how many people I got to do this. It's about impact. It's about impacting people for the kingdom of God. One touch. You'll never forget this weekend. I remember the first touch I had with the Holy Spirit. It changed my life. One touch changes everything. And if we can be ushers in and a hand in the process of one touch for somebody to be set free, delivered, healed, whatever it is, that's what this life is about, you guys. And so God invites us into this journey. He invites us into co -labor, but it's a free will. And it takes risk to step in, right? Okay. [01:35:24] (64 seconds) Edit Clip

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