Overcoming What Keeps You Far From Jesus

Do you feel distant from Jesus? This sermon explores what barriers keep us from a close relationship with Him, drawing lessons from the story of Zacchaeus. Learn how to overcome those obstacles and experience the nearness of God's love.TAKE A NEXT STEP:INTRODUCE YOURSELF 👋If it’s your first time here, fill out this quick form so that we can get to know you: https://form.church/1Hc2deAQ4odhyPzaIt56GIVE 🌏Change the world through your giving: https://mynewlifechurch.com/giveI'M SURRENDERING TO JESUS! 💜Let us know by filling out a quick form at https://bit.ly/3Wf9dIxABOUT NEW LIFE CHURCH:New Life Church is one church in multiple locations and our cause is to see people find Jesus and lives changed. Our guarantee to you is that we will love you right where you are at and journey with you to the center of God’s will for your life. Learn more about New Life or join us for a service online at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.mynewlifechurch.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA:YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/mynewlifechurch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mynlchurchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/myNLChurch00:00 Understanding Sin and God's Heart00:25 Introduction to the Series: Following Jesus01:49 The Importance of Proximity to Jesus02:34 A Personal Story: The Black Bear Incident06:19 The Encounter of Zacchaeus and Jesus08:49 Breaking Down Zacchaeus' Story14:20 Jesus' Mission and Heart for the Lost17:37 The Criminals Beside Jesus18:14 Jesus' Compassionate Response20:27 The Significance of the Temple Curtain22:57 Zacchaeus' Transformation25:57 The Prodigal Son Parable30:10 Jesus' Invitation to Intimacy