Stop Using God as a Vending Machine

13/10/2025 33 min Temporada 4 Episodio 2

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Series: Refined – Week 2Host: Jonathan Sheppard | The Average PursuitWe’ve all done it — treated God like a vending machine.We insert our prayers, press the right buttons, and wait for our blessings to drop. But what happens when what we prayed for doesn’t fall out?In this honest, heart-level episode, Jonathan Sheppard confronts the mindset that turns faith into a transaction and calls us back to the deeper truth:God isn’t here to serve your desires — He’s inviting you into a relationship that transforms them.Through raw reflection and practical insight, this episode challenges listeners to stop chasing God’s stuff and start seeking His Spirit.🔗 Go Deeper This WeekListen to the Full Sermon:🎧 “Bread or the Bread of Life” — from Elk Park Christian Church (Refined – Week 2)Companion Devotional:Go deeper with Refined: A 12-Week Journey from Consumer Faith to Surrendered Discipleship — a devotional that aligns with each week of the Refined series.→ Order your copy HEREQuote of the Week:“Jesus doesn’t just give bread — He is the Bread.”The Average Pursuit is where faith meets real life.Each episode unpacks truth, tension, and transformation — helping you live out a faith that’s not just believed, but refined.