00:00 - 10:05

The message is about changing your algorithm to walk closer to God in the new year
It emphasizes the importance of desiring to be closer to God as the most important goal
The speaker uses the example of social media algorithms to explain the concept of changing your life's algorithm to favor drawing close to God
The story of Manasseh in 2nd Chronicles 33 is used to illustrate the possibility of change and hope for anyone seeking to draw closer to God

09:58 - 20:02

The piece discusses the story of King Manasseh, who was described as evil and did many bad things in the sight of the Lord
Despite his wickedness, Manasseh eventually changed his ways while in captivity and prayed to God for forgiveness and restoration
God heard his prayers and restored him, and Manasseh returned to Judah a changed man, cleaning up the mess he had made
The story serves as a message of hope and redemption, showing that sincere prayers and a desire for a deeper relationship with God can lead to restoration

19:45 - 29:52

To draw closer to God, prayer must be a priority in life, not just a one-time thing
Reading the Bible is essential for spiritual growth and understanding God's word
Involvement in Christian community, beyond just attending church, is necessary for building strong relationships and receiving spiritual encouragement
Consistency in prayer, Bible reading, and community involvement is key for spiritual growth and drawing closer to God

29:40 - 39:41

Consistency in prayer, reading the Bible, and communing with friends is powerful because it compounds over time
Consistency in eating well and exercising also compounds over time and positively impacts health
Being consistent in the things of God helps in tough times and allows for the identification of the moves of the Holy Spirit
Spending time with the Lord helps in understanding how He speaks to you
Removing things from your life that don't glorify God or take your attention away from Him is important
Changing the algorithm and prioritizing a closer walk with the Lord is necessary for believers
Drawing near to God is important and requires making Him a priority in your life
The first step to drawing near to God is accepting Jesus as your Lord and Savior.

39:38 - 42:23

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