Harris Creek Baptist Church What to do When Desire Drifts
Feb 8, 2026
A talk about spiritual drift and how routine can replace real desire for God. A look at Jesus' message to a powerful church that lost its first love. A call to repent and rebuild rhythms that actually stir affection. Practical prompts to identify what renews your hunger for God and avoid living faith as mere duty.
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Marriage Stories That Illustrate Misplaced Effort
- Jonathan 'J.P.' Pokluda tells humorous stories about surprising his wife to illustrate love languages in marriage.
- He uses these anecdotes to show we can do things for God while our heart drifts from Him.
Drift Is Routine, Not Rebellion
- J.P. identifies 'drift' as doing right things while losing desire for God rather than outright rebellion.
- He calls this routine the silent killer that sneaks up and makes God feel far away.
When Deeds Mask a Lost Heart
- Revelation's letter to Ephesus praises deeds, hard work, and perseverance while exposing lost first-love devotion.
- The Greek emphasizes external labor over inner desire, revealing why routine can masquerade as faithfulness.