Glory, Power, and Prayer

Pastor Joel explores the Transfiguration of Jesus as a revelation of His eternal glory and a foreshadowing of His resurrection power. He emphasizes that while Jesus' kingdom involves suffering, it ultimately leads to glory—both for Christ and His followers. Pastor Joel addresses the disciples' failure to cast out a demon, highlighting the necessity of faith and prayer in the Christian life. He teaches that faith is not about mustering enough belief to manipulate God, but about exercising whatever faith we have while asking God to increase it. Pastor Joel concludes with a strong emphasis on prayer as the engine room of spiritual life, where divine power is accessed for effective Christian living and ministry. He challenges believers to maintain constant connection with Christ through prayer, not as a mechanical duty but as an ongoing relationship that empowers spiritual growth and service.