Do Not Worry

We’ve all sung songs and said prayers that felt more routine than real... almost like we’re just near God, but not really with Him. The divide between proximity and true intimacy is subtle but critical.Pastor Wayne talks about this struggle. He shows how easy it is to stay distant from God instead of getting close, which leads to real change and moves us toward a rich, honest relationship with God. He doesn’t just diagnose the problem; he maps the way forward through kingdom priorities and practical posture—individually and together.There’s no secret formula or shame here. Just a simple, direct invitation: move closer. Let’s discover how humility, reverence, and kingdom-first living open the door to deep belonging and real spiritual traction.Scriptures Referenced: Deuteronomy 5:7; Matthew 5:1–2, 6:33; Colossians 3:1–4; Job 29:7–25.Key Insights:Intimacy with God must be chosen over mere proximity.True worship involves private surrender and collective devotion.Kingdom priorities demand a reordering of what comes first in your life.Righteousness is lived, not inherited; growth flows from practice, not theory.Key Sections:00:00:00 - Vertical and Horizontal WorshipWhen life and worship grow stale, it’s easy to slip into autopilot. Here, Pastor Wayne contrasts individual longing with the power of collective devotion, showing why both matter and how each reveals the state of your heart.00:13:38 - The Posture of DiscipleshipEver feel like a spectator in your own faith? Discover what it looks like to move from a crowd mentality to the humble seat at the feet of the Teacher, and why posture always impacts what you receive.00:20:16 - Proximity Is Not IntimacyWhy settle for being nearby when you can be known? Pastor Wayne illustrates—with both humor and truth—the difference between being near God and actually connecting deeply, then opens the door to a more honest, relational walk.https://springhousemidweek.captivate.fm/episode/do-not-worry Subscribe & Follow the PodcastDownload our appOur WebsiteOnline Tithes & OfferingsJoin our LivestreamGathering TimesSundays, 9:00 AMSundays, 11:00 AMThursdays, 6:00 PM Contact InfoSpringhouse Church14119 Old Nashville HighwaySmyrna TN 37167615-459-3421 CCLI License 2070006