The Invitation To Draw Near

SPEAKER: Josh Taylor

PASSAGE: Exodus 19:3-13; Exodus 20:18-19; Hebrews 4:14-16

Exodus is often remembered for its miracles. But beneath all the power is something even more personal: God’s desire for relationship. In this week’s teaching, we explore God’s invitation to draw near—not just to be rescued from something, but rescued for something. Through Exodus 19-20 and Hebrews 4, we see that God isn’t looking to keep His people at a distance. He’s inviting them into partnership: ordinary people becoming a “kingdom of priests,” close enough to be changed and used by Him.

We talk honestly about why we resist closeness with God, how fear and discomfort keep us at arm’s length, and why drawing near often feels costly. And we discover the good news of Jesus: our great High Priest, who makes a way for us to approach God with confidence, mercy, and grace. If you’ve ever felt distant from God—or unsure whether you’re really invited—this message is for you. God is still inviting His people to draw near. The question is: will we come?