God Is Alive
Aug 10, 2025 • Shawn Franssens
This week in our Favorites series, Pastor Shawn shares one of his favorite scriptures—1 Kings 18:30–39. It’s a story filled with drama and fire, but even more, it’s a story about a God who answers.
On Mount Carmel, Elijah goes head-to-head with the prophets of Baal. They shout, dance, and cry out—but no fire falls. Elijah prays a quiet, confident prayer—and God responds with unmistakable power.
This story reveals the transcendence of God (God is holy and above all), the immanence of God (God is close and personal), and the aliveness of God (God is real and responsive). As we reflect, we’re invited to ask: What altars are we building—and who are we trusting?