BACK TO BETHEL (2)
SEPTEMBER 23, 2025
TEXT: And God said unto Jacob, Arise, go up to Bethel, and dwell there: and make there an altar unto God, that appeared unto thee when thou fleddest from the face of Esau thy brother. (Genesis 35:1)
Today, we continue our discussion on the call to return to Bethel in various areas of our lives.
Key Facts About a Return to Bethel
- Remaining in Comfort Zones: When overwhelmed, refusing to move beyond comfort zones can hinder spiritual growth and access to necessary spiritual rejuvenation.
- Return to Covenant: A return to Bethel symbolises reconnecting with the initial covenant between us and God, revisiting our spiritual roots.
- Life of Purity: Returning to Bethel implies a renewed commitment to purity, fasting, prayer, and evangelism, which may have waned in our lives.
- Self-Examination: A call to Bethel prompts self-examination and spiritual appraisal, ensuring we remain steadfast in our faith.
- Breaking Shackles: Returning to Bethel involves breaking free from sin and disobedience, embracing greater obedience to God.
- Rediscovering Passion: A return to Bethel signifies rekindling the passion for God that burned brightly at the time of salvation.
- Commitment to Spiritual Growth: The call to Bethel involves not just visiting but dwelling in God’s presence and building an altar unto the Lord, signifying deeper commitment.
Bethel is not a place for temporary fixes but a dwelling place for spiritual growth and commitment. We must avoid treating God as a quick-fix solution and instead cultivate a deeper relationship.
SEARCHLIGHT:
Don’t dwell in self-pity and spiritual stagnation. Return to your initial encounter with God and draw strength from the eternal wellspring.
PRAYER:
O Lord, draw me closer to you. I refuse to rely on my own strength, in the name of Jesus.
BIBLE READING:
Jeremiah 43-45, Mark 12
PASTOR MICHAEL OMOLE
