Pastor Bryan speaks to us on how God's presence manifests in the chaos of life. Through reflecting on the trials and profound mess Jesus faced, we see how in His resurrection it ultimately leads to grace and direct access to God for us as believers. Bryan shares the expectation many of us have in coming to Jesus or in the experience of baptism. Making a life change amidst a noisy environment, expecting a shift towards peace and resolution for the things in our lives, but we’re surprised to find that, despite the celebration, many personal struggles and challenges still persist. This persistence of our mess often blocks any view other than those of inadequacy and failure. Bryan encourages us with the truth of scripture, that believers are simultaneously present in their earthly struggles and spiritually seated with Christ in heavenly places. And this dual perspective should encourage us to recognize our identity as beloved and chosen by God, despite our circumstances.

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