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Don't Lose Your Glow

Authentic Church • Jun 29, 2026 • 49 min

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Take this message with you through a journey of Scripture, reflection, and prayer.

Summary

In this powerful message from the Unstoppable series, Pastor Bobby Chandler preaches from Acts 6–7 on how believers can preserve their spiritual radiance and peace during seasons of waiting, trial, and opposition. True peace and radiant faith flow not from comfortable circumstances, but from dwelling in God's presence, keeping our focus fixed on Jesus, and trusting His timing. Even when we face delays or hostility, enduring faith refines our character and brings glory to God.

Themes

God's Presence and GloryFixing Eyes on JesusPeace in TrialsFaithfulness in WaitingWork of the Holy SpiritTrusting God's Promises

Pastor's Points

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How do you glow with God's peace in the middle of trouble?

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The glow is developed in the wait

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Heaven celebrates your glow

Key Points

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How do you glow with God's peace in the middle of trouble? Your focus determines your peace, and resting your mind on Jesus grants supernatural calm amidst chaos.
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The glow is developed in the wait, as God stretches our patience and refines our spirit while we anticipate His promises.
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Heaven celebrates your glow when you remain faithful under pressure, choosing to live for God's approval rather than human applause.
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The spiritual glow in a believer's life represents the presence, holiness, and purity of God, as well as Jesus dwelling inside us through the Holy Spirit.
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True intimacy with God naturally reflects outward to others, so we do not need to advertise or prove our time spent in His presence.
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Unlike the fading glory under the Old Covenant law, the Holy Spirit inside New Covenant believers produces an abiding, ever-increasing light.
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The peace of God is a divine gift given through the Holy Spirit that worldly achievements, money, or relationships can never duplicate.

Sermon Moments

“Moses coming down Mount Sinai glowing so bright that people were afraid, yet he was completely unaware of his own radiance because he had simply been in God's presence.”

“The contrast between the fading glory of the Old Covenant law and the permanent, ever-increasing glory of the New Covenant through the indwelling Holy Spirit.”

“Pastor Bobby's comparison of God's promises to an Amazon order: you own the promise as soon as you press 'buy now' and receive the confirmation number, even if you are still waiting on delivery.”

“The testimony of a man who held a gun to his head, heard Pastor Bobby preaching on YouTube about Elijah in the wilderness, put the gun down, and surrendered his life to Christ.”

“Stephen gazing into heaven amidst a hostile mob and seeing Jesus standing at the right hand of God, showing that all of heaven stands and rejoices when God's children remain faithful.”

This Week

Shift your focus to Jesus when facing anxiety by meditating daily on Scripture like Isaiah 26:3 or John 14:27.

Spend quiet, devoted time in God's presence each morning without seeking attention or external validation.

Trust God's timing in seasons of waiting, remembering that receiving a promise comes before its full possession.

Reframe daily problems and obstacles not as abandonment, but as opportunities for God to reveal His power and perform a miracle.

Live for the applause of heaven rather than seeking human approval or praise from others.

Speak bold encouragement and share the hope of the Gospel with someone going through a dark or difficult situation this week.

Surrender heavy burdens and stress to the Holy Spirit, allowing His supernatural peace to guard your mind and heart throughout the day.

Remember This

Don't lose your spiritual glow in seasons of trial or waiting, because fixing your eyes on Jesus anchors your heart in heavenly peace and brings delight to all of heaven.

A Challenge for You

Don't lose the shine. Don't lose the glow. Stephen knew he was about to lose his life, yet he never lost his glow. Remain faithful even when it's hard, stay strong in the waiting, and move by faith knowing God is the God of the impossible.

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