Draw Near to God | Jason Daughdrill

Sermon Notes1) God Delivers Us to Draw Us (Exodus 19:4; Exodus 7:16; Ezekiel 48:35 NKJV)God didn’t just bring Israel out of Egypt—He brought them to Himself.Salvation isn’t just leaving bondage; it’s entering relationship.Application: Don’t confuse being saved from sin with being close to God.Key verse: “...the name of the city from that day shall be: THE LORD IS THERE.” (Ezekiel 48:35 NKJV)2) Covenant Before Conquest (Exodus 19:5–6; 1 Peter 2:9–10)Before Israel faced giants, God gave them covenant.God calls us His “special treasure” and a kingdom of priests.Application: Faith must be personal, not delegated.3) Presence that is Personal (Exodus 19:16–19; Exodus 20:18–21)God’s presence shook the mountain and invited intimacy.Israel stood afar off, but Moses drew near.Application: Don’t delegate intimacy with God to someone else—He wants you close.4) Encounter Over ExpedienceGod paused Israel at Sinai to encounter Him before entering the land.Illustration: The long road with your son—more than a destination, it’s about the journey.Application: Don’t despise delays; they’re invitations to deeper encounter.