07-21-2025 PART 3: A Passion That Pleads: Abraham’s Desire for God to Stay
Section 1
The teaching begins with a powerful reminder: believers are not searching for a new champion or king—we already have one in Jesus Christ. The segment affirms God's sovereignty over all rulers and the promise that if His people humble themselves and pray, He will heal their land. Dr. Dave then transitions into interaction with listeners, using trivia and humor to lighten the tone. A question is posed about the Roman governor who sentenced Jesus, and Pontius Pilate is given as the answer. Along the way, there's joyful banter about new show ideas and potential video streaming, along with encouragement for cheerful giving based on 2 Corinthians 9:6–7. The emphasis remains: serve with joy, give with joy, and pray with joy.
Section 2
Returning to Genesis 18, Dr. Dave revisits the divine encounter between Abraham and the three visitors. Abraham offers rest, water, and food to what he recognizes as a divine presence, despite uncertainty about whether it's a theophany or a visitation from the Lord accompanied by angels. What stands out is Abraham’s eager hospitality and immediate action. He runs to meet them, bows low, and refers to them in the singular—“My Lord”—despite the presence of three figures. This triggers theological reflection on the plurality and unity of God. Yet more than doctrine, the heart of the message is relational: Abraham longs for God to stay, to linger, to be near. It’s not about necessity; it’s about love and honor.
Section 3
The deeper spiritual truth unfolds in Abraham’s plea for God to remain. With tender reverence, he asks the Lord to pause, to rest, and to allow him to serve in any way possible. This isn’t about offering what God lacks—it’s about giving what Abraham can. The passage becomes a model for believers today. Just as Abraham pleaded, “Please stay,” so should every Christian cultivate a desire for more of God's presence. Dr. Dave closes with an appeal: if that hunger for the Lord doesn’t yet burn within you, ask God to ignite it. If it already does, ask Him to deepen it. Because those who truly love God always want more of Him—and they never want Him to leave.
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