Accessing God's Power Within

May 25, 2025
Speaker: Elder Mike Levenhagen

This message explores the meaning of 2 Timothy 1:7, focusing on the spiritual characteristics God provides believers: power, love, and a sound mind, as opposed to fear. The speaker explains that the word "spirit" can also refer to character or disposition, highlighting that these traits are the mark of a mature believer. Drawing upon biblical examples like Adam's fear after sinning and Paul's prayer for the Ephesian church, the message emphasizes accessing God's power within through intimacy with Christ, comparing it to a house wired for electricity that isn't being used. It concludes by encouraging listeners to cultivate a deep relationship with God rather than relying on their own efforts or a set of rules, noting that the same power that resurrected Christ resides in believers.