He Came To Be With Us:

Why God’s Presence Changes Everything

Episode Summary

In this week’s episode, Pastor Rob dives deeper into the Thursday night Advent study on Immanuel: God With Us. Whether you were in the room tonight or you’re listening from home, this expanded conversation will strengthen your faith, stretch your perspective, and remind you that God’s presence is personal, constant, and more than enough.

We explore big faith, “hippo-sized” prayers, the power of praise, and how to walk with God during the “not yet” seasons of life.

You’ll also hear updates on outreach, worship highlights from tonight, prayer needs, and what’s coming up this weekend at CTR.

Key Scriptures from Today’s Episode

Matthew 1:23

Isaiah 7:14

John 1:14

John 14:23

Psalm 34:18

Hebrews 13:5

Psalm 139:7–10

Romans 8:26

Isaiah 9:6

Psalm 46:1

Romans 8:32

Psalm 115:1

Episode Highlights

• Why Immanuel isn’t just a Christmas idea; it is a daily reality

• What it means to want MORE of God

• Why silence never means absence

• How to practice awareness of God’s presence

• Why your praise matters and why God deserves the glory for your breakthroughs

• A reminder about hippo-sized faith and daring prayers

• Outreach updates and how God is preparing CTR to serve our city

• Worship recap and prayer for Jonathan’s healing

Upcoming CTR Events

• Men’s Prayer at Spindle City Church Saturday 9am

Carpool available from CTR. Let’s show up strong.

• Cocoa & Carols Sunday Night

Set-up at 4pm, event begins at 6pm

A free night of joy, worship, and Christmas cheer

Bring somebody with you.

• Sunday Morning

Week 2 of “Songs of the Season” continues.

Resources Mentioned

DeGarmo & Key Casual Christian

https://youtu.be/pccjua26Yos?si=qCRNIh6ltkgPYcap

Amy Grant – Emmanuel

https://youtu.be/hUGZ6wMD-oU?si=h_iD4eQn-Y46HKeE

More Love More Power

https://youtu.be/q539OrgDxk0?si=LEosyCDMLTwhlZ_y

CTR Linktree (Give, Connect, Watch)

https://linktr.ee/ctrfallriver