Eastwind Pentecostal - Pastor David Myers

04/01/2026 | Pastor David Myers | Midweek Word

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The disciples left their fishing nets immediately to follow Jesus, but what must we forsake today?

In this midweek sermon leading up to Easter, Pastor David Myers focuses on the theme of following Jesus, drawing from the Gospels of John and Mark. He begins by comparing Peter's distant following after Jesus' arrest to John's closer proximity, highlighting John's ability to enter the high priest's palace. The pastor then transitions to discuss the broader concept of discipleship, using Matthew 4 to show how the disciples initially left their nets immediately to follow Jesus. He introduces three key factors that hinder effective following: faith, familiarity, and fear. To illustrate these points, he shares personal stories, such as losing friends while driving to see sea turtles, and biblical examples like Ruth's close following of Naomi and Elisha's dedication to Elijah. The sermon warns against the dangers of becoming too familiar with God, citing instances like Uzzah's death and the sons of Aaron's strange fire. Pastor Myers emphasizes the need to forsake past burdens, using analogies like Linus's blanket from Peanuts, and encourages maintaining closeness through church attendance and prayer. He reflects on Peter's fear-driven distance but notes his eventual restoration, linking it to the Easter message of reconciliation. The episode concludes with an altar call, urging the congregation to draw nearer to God and bring others to church during the Easter season, highlighting the splash-over effect of staying close to God.

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An Easter-week sermon on the gap between standing near Jesus and choosing to follow closely.

This Easter-week sermon turns on the difference between standing near Jesus and following him closely. It opens with John 18:15, where another disciple enters the high priest's palace with Jesus while Simon Peter stays outside, then widens the frame through Ruth's loyalty to…

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