WORSHIP GOD, VALUE MEN—That’s How You Cross Over

GO FORWARD CONFERENCE '25| EPISODE 3| THE SHIP| CHIMDI OHAHUNA| GRACELIFECOMI PODCAST "And when they had sent away the multitude, they took him even as he was in the ship. And there were also with him other little ships."Mark 4:36 In this episode, we journey deeper into the mystery of movement—how Jesus transitioned from preaching to crossing, without stepping down from the ship. The ship wasn’t just a vessel—it was a symbol of urgency and divine provision. Key Themes: A. Urgency Jesus preached from the same ship He sailed in. He didn’t step down. He didn’t delay. He moved with purpose. - Urgency constrains luxury - Urgency reveals priority - Urgency redeems time - Urgency propels transition "The king’s business required haste." (1 Samuel 21:9b) "Redeeming the time, because the days are evil." (Ephesians 5:16) B. Divine Provision Though Jesus could walk on water, He chose a man-made ship. - God uses human vehicles—men, money, machines, materials - Men are the most valuable provision - God meets needs through relationships, not isolation - Worship God, value men, build mutual and symbiotic relationships "Give, and it shall be given unto you… shall men give into your bosom." (Luke 6:38) "He who loves God must love his brother also." (1 John 4:21) Action Points: - Live with urgency—every day counts - Use what God has provided—don’t wait for the miraculous when the practical is available - Value people—your harvest may be in someone’s hand - Build godly, mutual relationships—your ship is made of men Tune in and receive grace to move with urgency and honor divine provision. Jesus is Lord.