Bold Steps with Dr. Mark Jobe The Presence of God -- Part 2
Mar 23, 2026
They explore how anger and fear push God away while hunger and welcome draw His presence near. A retelling of David and the ark shows the blessings that follow when a household embraces God. The conversation urges living so others long for God, highlights bold praise as a carrier of His presence, and challenges listeners to prioritize seeking God above personal plans.
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Anger And Fear Push God Away
- Anger and fear drive people away from God's presence.
- Mark Jobe explains David kept distance from God because anger and fear prevented him from walking with and trusting God.
David Gave The Ark To Obed-Edom
- David removed the ark from his city and placed it in Obed-Edom's house out of fear and reluctance.
- Obed warned his children not to touch it, yet welcoming the ark led to surprising household blessing over three months.
Welcoming God's Presence Produces Overflow
- The presence of God overflows into blessing when it's welcomed.
- Mark points to Obed-Edom's household growth in grain, children, and animals as evidence the ark brought favor, not death.
