John 5:39-40 You have your heads in your Bibles constantly because you think you’ll find eternal life there. But you miss the forest for the trees. These Scriptures are all about me! And here I am, standing right before you, and you aren’t willing to receive from me the life you say you want.
In our quest to know about God, we can never forget that the point is to know God. We not only seek knowledge, but more importantly, we are pursuing a relationship with our God. Experiencing Christ is not about how many Bible studies we are a part of or how many scriptures we have memorized; but instead, it’s about putting his words into practice. If not, we miss the forest for the trees.
BJ Barrick is the Lead Pastor of The Saturday Night Service at Enid First Assembly in Enid, Oklahoma
Mary Johnson said,
May 6, 2009 @ 2:20 pm
My prayers are with you and Jim as you put his words into practice. I have no doubt in my mind that great things are in store for you and the others who are heading to Tulsa. I will miss you however, I really enjoy your messages on Saturday Night. I think you have a wonderful relationship with God and I enjoy your enthusiasm. You make the service fun and memorable. God Bless you!
bjbarrick said,
May 19, 2009 @ 9:26 pm
Mary,
Thanks so much for your prayers! We will miss everyone at The Saturday Night Service so much. But we will come back often : )
Brian Corderman said,
May 12, 2009 @ 12:26 pm
I’m still reading your blog. Eventhough it has been 6 days since the last posting. I will pray for your new calling and if you need help let me know and I will see what I can do. Keep me posted at this e-mail. You a great!!!!!!!!!!