Two Chairs: Cultivating a Daily Relationship with God

God invites each of us into a daily, personal relationship with Him, where we can receive guidance, strength, and wisdom for every moment. By intentionally setting aside time—what I call “two chairs”—we create space to meet with God, share our plans, our struggles, and our questions, and listen for His direction. This isn’t just a ritual, but a living, dynamic exchange where we trade our burdens for His truth and clarity. God has already written a unique blueprint for each of our lives, and He longs for us to align our daily steps with His purpose, so that we can live the “good life” He’s designed for us.

Scripture assures us that God saw us before we were born and has recorded every day of our lives in His book. When we meet with Him, we’re not just seeking answers for today’s problems, but we’re stepping into the path He’s already prepared for us. Ephesians reminds us that we are God’s handiwork, created for good works that He planned in advance. Living on purpose means being careful and intentional, not thoughtless or reactive, but seeking to understand what the Lord wants us to do in each situation.

Even when life feels uncertain, God’s partnership brings stability. Romans 8:28 promises that all things work together for good when we walk with Him, fitting into a greater plan. The Holy Spirit, our constant companion, guides us into all truth, helping us base our actions, words, and attitudes on God’s wisdom rather than our own limited understanding. This relationship isn’t reserved for the spiritually elite—it’s available to anyone willing to sit, listen, and respond.

Whether it’s at the start of the day or in the midst of our busyness, we can return to our “two chairs” as often as needed. It’s in these moments of quiet surrender that God shapes our thoughts, renews our strength, and empowers us to live purposefully. The invitation is simple: come, sit, and let God lead you into the life He’s lovingly designed, one moment at a time.

Key Takeaways

• 1. God has a unique blueprint for each of our lives, written before we were born. When we intentionally meet with Him, we gain access to His perspective and can align our plans with His purpose, making our days more fruitful and meaningful. This alignment is the most efficient and blessed way to live. [02:10]
• 2. Living on purpose requires intentionality and care. Rather than drifting through life or reacting thoughtlessly, we are called to seek God’s guidance in every decision, big or small. This means asking Him what to do and being willing to follow, even when it challenges our comfort or routines. [04:10]
• 3. God’s partnership brings stability in an unstable world. While circumstances around us may shift, spending time with God anchors us in what is fixed and unchanging. Trusting Him to work all things together for good allows us to live with confidence, even when we don’t see the full picture. [06:35]
• 4. The Holy Spirit is our daily guide into truth. By inviting Him into our “two chairs” moments, we open ourselves to His wisdom, correction, and encouragement. He helps us base our actions and attitudes on God’s truth, not just our feelings or cultural pressures. [07:34]
• 5. Meeting with God is not a one-time event but a continual practice. Whether at the start of the day or in moments of weakness, we can return to Him, surrender our plans, and receive renewed strength. This ongoing relationship transforms ordinary routines into opportunities for divine encounter and purposeful living. [09:24]

Youtube Chapters

• [00:00] - Welcome
• [00:38] - Introduction to “Two Chairs”
• [01:30] - The Power of Meeting with God
• [02:10] - God’s Blueprint for Our Lives
• [03:05] - Aligning Our Plans with God’s Purpose
• [04:10] - Living on Purpose and with Intention
• [05:00] - The Importance of Seeking God’s Wisdom
• [06:35] - God’s Partnership and Stability
• [07:34] - The Holy Spirit Guides Us into Truth
• [08:33] - Practical Steps for “Two Chairs”
• [09:24] - Listening and Responding to God
• [10:10] - Making “Two Chairs” a Daily Habit
• [11:06] - Building a Community of Intimacy with God
• [11:40] - Closing and Next Steps

Bible Reading

Psalm 139:16 (ESV) — > Your eyes saw my unformed substance; in your book were written, every one of them, the days that were formed for me, when as yet there was none of them.

Ephesians 2:10 (ESV) — > For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.

Romans 8:28 (ESV) — > And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.

Observation Questions

1. According to Psalm 139:16, what does it say about God’s involvement in our lives before we were even born?
2. In Ephesians 2:10, what does it mean that we are God’s “workmanship” and that He has prepared good works for us to walk in?
3. The sermon talks about “two chairs” as a way to meet with God. What are some specific things the pastor says happen when we intentionally set aside time to meet with God? [01:30]
4. Romans 8:28 says that “all things work together for good.” According to the sermon, how does God’s partnership bring stability in our lives? [06:35]

Interpretation Questions

1. The sermon says God has a “blueprint” for each of our lives. What does it mean to align our daily plans with God’s purpose, and why is this important? [02:10]
2. Ephesians 5:15 (mentioned in the sermon) talks about being careful and not thoughtless. How does meeting with God help someone live more intentionally rather than just reacting to life? [04:10]
3. The pastor describes the Holy Spirit as our daily guide into truth. What might it look like to invite the Holy Spirit into our “two chairs” moments, and how could that change our actions or attitudes? [07:34]
4. The sermon says that meeting with God is not just a ritual, but a “living, dynamic exchange.” What do you think the pastor means by this, and how is it different from just going through the motions? [09:24]

Application Questions

1. The idea of “two chairs” is about intentionally setting aside time to meet with God. What would it look like for you to create a regular “two chairs” moment in your daily routine? What challenges might you face, and how could you overcome them? [01:30]
2. The sermon encourages us to bring our plans, struggles, and questions to God. Is there a specific area of your life right now where you need God’s guidance? How could you bring this to Him in your next “two chairs” time? [08:33]
3. The pastor says that God wants to exchange our heaviness for His truth and lightness. What burdens are you carrying that you need to trade for God’s perspective? How can you practically do this? [01:30]
4. Ephesians 2:10 says we are created for good works God prepared in advance. Can you think of a “good work” or opportunity God might be inviting you into right now? How can you take a step toward it this week?
5. The sermon talks about living on purpose and not just drifting or reacting. Are there areas in your life where you tend to be reactive instead of intentional? What is one small change you could make to seek God’s direction first? [04:10]
6. The Holy Spirit is described as our guide into all truth. How can you become more aware of the Holy Spirit’s leading in your everyday decisions? Is there a recent situation where you sensed His guidance? [07:34]
7. The pastor mentions that meeting with God can happen at the start of the day or in moments of weakness. When during your day do you most need to pause and reconnect with God? How can you remind yourself to do this? [09:24]