Send us a textFire at Sinai. Joy at Zion. We open with a startling contrast: God’s presence is both overwhelming and welcoming, terrifying and transforming. That tension becomes our lens for the whole conversation as we explore how the “high‑voltage” holiness of God has been stepped down in Christ so we can carry the Spirit’s power without being consumed—and live boldly because of it.From there, we unpack three life‑changing dimensions of presence. First, the presence that secures: a hedge of fire that surrounds, covers, defends, and scatters opposition. Job’s story and Zechariah’s promise remind us that fear is often ignorance of what already encircles us. Then, the presence that favours: Joseph’s rise in a foreign land shows how God’s nearness opens doors, grants trust, and prospers work. We outline five fruits of favour—access, opportunities, enlargement, provision, and prosperity—and connect them to Noah, Mary, and Abraham to show favour’s quiet pattern across Scripture. Finally, the presence that leads: Psalm 23 and Isaiah 42 paint a Shepherd who guides the “blind” along unfamiliar paths, turning darkness into light and rough roads smooth. That’s spiritual leadership for December decisions, strained budgets, and surprise visitors.Along the way, we get practical. Praise isn’t mood music; it’s how we fan the flame on the altar so the fire never goes out. We call out false guidance—horoscopes, mediums, manipulative “prophets”—and point to the Spirit’s wisdom and the safety of many counsellors. We challenge restless roaming that outruns blessing and show why staying where God places you can position you like Isaac for unexpected growth. We end with strong declarations over protection, favour, enlargement, strategy, and rest—rooted in Scripture, spoken for your week.If this message strengthens you, share it with a friend who needs courage, subscribe for more teachings like this, and leave a review to help others discover the show. Your story might be the testimony someone else needs next.Support the showSubscribe to the official Parklands Baptist Church Channel to stream our latest messages, your favourite sermons from over the years, and much more. Hit the 🛎 Notification Bell so that you never miss our most recent video. Below is the online giving link https://checkout.pesaway.com/parkie/Follow Parklands Baptist Church on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parkiebaptist/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ParkieBaptist Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/parkiebaptistTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@parkiebaptistTelegram: https://t.me/+V6fHp1JfJjIdBOk5

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