In this message, Pastor Vernon teaches that prayer doesn’t just change our hearts, it changes our plans. Using Psalm 139 and Israel’s journey in Exodus, he challenges us to confront spiritual stagnation and ask where we’ve stopped letting God lead us.

This sermon reminds us that true discipleship is marked by movement, not comfort. Jesus’ invitation to “Follow Me” calls us out of faith paralysis and into obedient action, even when the destination isn’t clear.

As we explore Divine Initiative and Divine Instruction, we’re invited to stop using prayer as a substitute for obedience and boldly pray, “Lord, lead me.”

Scripture References:
Psalm 139:23–24
Exodus 40:36–38
John 10:27
Acts 10:9–20
Acts 16:6
Philippians 1:9–10

Pastor Vernon teaches from Mark 8:22–26, reminding us that it’s possible to have a good heart but unclear spiritual vision. Using the story of the blind man healed by Jesus, this message reveals how partial sight often requires a second touch from God.

This sermon explores how prayer brings clarity to our seasons, relationships, fears, and self-awareness. When we boldly pray, “Show me,” God doesn’t just change our hearts, He changes our direction and helps us see clearly.

Scripture References:
Mark 8:22–26
Luke 11:1
Matthew 6:5–9
James 4:8
Luke 22:42
John 9:35–41
Psalm 139:23–24

Life Beyond Fear is a sermon series drawn directly from Pastor Vernon Gordon’s book, Life Beyond Fear, and created for listeners who are ready to confront the fears shaping their decisions, faith, and future.

In this podcast, each message explores how fear subtly influences vision, obedience, leadership, relationships, and spiritual growth. Through biblical teaching, practical application, and pastoral insight, Pastor Vernon invites listeners to move beyond survival mode and into a life anchored in faith, clarity, and courage.

This series is not about denying fear, but about learning how to see clearly in the presence of it. Whether fear has shown up as anxiety, hesitation, control, or burnout, these teachings provide a framework for replacing fear-driven living with trust, conviction, and spiritual authority.

Life Beyond Fear is a sermon series drawn directly from Pastor Vernon Gordon’s book, Life Beyond Fear, and created for listeners who are ready to confront the fears shaping their decisions, faith, and future.

In this podcast, each message explores how fear subtly influences vision, obedience, leadership, relationships, and spiritual growth. Through biblical teaching, practical application, and pastoral insight, Pastor Vernon invites listeners to move beyond survival mode and into a life anchored in faith, clarity, and courage.

This series is not about denying fear, but about learning how to see clearly in the presence of it. Whether fear has shown up as anxiety, hesitation, control, or burnout, these teachings provide a framework for replacing fear-driven living with trust, conviction, and spiritual authority.

Life Beyond Fear is a sermon series drawn directly from Pastor Vernon Gordon’s book, Life Beyond Fear, and created for listeners who are ready to confront the fears shaping their decisions, faith, and future.

In this podcast, each message explores how fear subtly influences vision, obedience, leadership, relationships, and spiritual growth. Through biblical teaching, practical application, and pastoral insight, Pastor Vernon invites listeners to move beyond survival mode and into a life anchored in faith, clarity, and courage.

This series is not about denying fear, but about learning how to see clearly in the presence of it. Whether fear has shown up as anxiety, hesitation, control, or burnout, these teachings provide a framework for replacing fear-driven living with trust, conviction, and spiritual authority.

Life Beyond Fear is a sermon series drawn directly from Pastor Vernon Gordon’s book, Life Beyond Fear, and created for listeners who are ready to confront the fears shaping their decisions, faith, and future.

In this podcast, each message explores how fear subtly influences vision, obedience, leadership, relationships, and spiritual growth. Through biblical teaching, practical application, and pastoral insight, Pastor Vernon invites listeners to move beyond survival mode and into a life anchored in faith, clarity, and courage.

This series is not about denying fear, but about learning how to see clearly in the presence of it. Whether fear has shown up as anxiety, hesitation, control, or burnout, these teachings provide a framework for replacing fear-driven living with trust, conviction, and spiritual authority.

Life Beyond Fear is a sermon series drawn directly from Pastor Vernon Gordon’s book, Life Beyond Fear, and created for listeners who are ready to confront the fears shaping their decisions, faith, and future.

In this podcast, each message explores how fear subtly influences vision, obedience, leadership, relationships, and spiritual growth. Through biblical teaching, practical application, and pastoral insight, Pastor Vernon invites listeners to move beyond survival mode and into a life anchored in faith, clarity, and courage.

This series is not about denying fear, but about learning how to see clearly in the presence of it. Whether fear has shown up as anxiety, hesitation, control, or burnout, these teachings provide a framework for replacing fear-driven living with trust, conviction, and spiritual authority.

Life Beyond Fear is a sermon series drawn directly from Pastor Vernon Gordon’s book, Life Beyond Fear, and created for listeners who are ready to confront the fears shaping their decisions, faith, and future.

In this podcast, each message explores how fear subtly influences vision, obedience, leadership, relationships, and spiritual growth. Through biblical teaching, practical application, and pastoral insight, Pastor Vernon invites listeners to move beyond survival mode and into a life anchored in faith, clarity, and courage.

This series is not about denying fear, but about learning how to see clearly in the presence of it. Whether fear has shown up as anxiety, hesitation, control, or burnout, these teachings provide a framework for replacing fear-driven living with trust, conviction, and spiritual authority.