An Encounter With Christ
Bro. Micah Eads · October 5, 2026 Monday Night Youth Service · Campmeeting Introduction: We would see Jesus Certain Greeks came to worship at the feast and approached Philip with a simple request: “Sir, we would see Jesus.” Brother Eads uses their desire to challenge the congregation—especially the young people—to seek a personal encounter with Christ. Being present in church is important, but we must not become satisfied with attending while keeping our deepest struggles hidden.
Read John 12:20–22 in the KJV- 01
Worship God even when you are hurting
- Brother Eads describes these Greeks as outsiders who nevertheless came to worship. Their circumstances did not extinguish their desire for God.
- People can raise their hands, sing, and participate in church while carrying wounds that others never see.
- Struggles, discouragement, and feelings of being overlooked should not keep us from drawing near to the Lord.
Scripture: John 12:20.
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Seek an encounter with Christ for yourself
- We cannot live entirely on the prayers of our pastor or the spiritual experiences of our parents. Each person needs a personal relationship with the Lord.
- Brother Eads reminds the young people that spiritual opposition is real. The enemy seeks more than their discouragement—he desires their souls.
- Being a Christian does not mean never facing struggles. Rather than hiding them out of embarrassment, bring them to Christ and seek His help.
Scriptures: John 12:21–22, Ephesians 6:12, Luke 22:31.
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Press beyond discouragement and reach for Jesus
- Do not accept the thought that your need is unimportant or that the Lord will help everyone except you.
- Bartimaeus continued crying for mercy when others tried to silence him. His example encourages us to keep reaching for the Saviour.
- Moses desired more than a discussion of his difficulties—he asked to see God’s glory. Bring your burdens before the Lord, but also seek His presence.
Scripture connections: Mark 10:46–52, Exodus 33:18.
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Be honest with God about what is beneath the surface
- During the siege of Samaria, the king’s torn clothing revealed sackcloth underneath. Brother Eads uses this picture to illustrate pain concealed beneath an outward appearance.
- We may arrive in our best clothes, sing a special, or play an instrument while inwardly struggling. God sees beyond what others can see.
- Stop pretending that everything is fine before Him. You are not the only believer who has faced burdens, and you do not have to keep carrying them alone.
Scripture: 2 Kings 6:24–30.
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Call upon the Lord and trust His promises
- Jesus invites the weary and heavy laden to come to Him for rest.
- The Psalms remind us that God hears those who cry to Him in trouble. The righteous face afflictions, but they are not forgotten by the Lord.
- Brother Eads urges the congregation to respond personally—to pray, worship, and seek the help and strength that Christ can give.
Scriptures: Matthew 11:28, Psalms 50:15, Psalms 34:6, Psalms 34:19.
Closing challenge: Make the encounter personal
Do not settle for watching others respond to God while keeping your own heart closed.
Bring Him your burdens, your scars, and the struggles you have been afraid to acknowledge. Seek more than another familiar church service—seek Christ Himself.
Brother Eads closes by calling the young people to raise their hands and ask the Lord to meet them personally. Above everything else, let the desire of your heart be: “We would see Jesus.”