The Appeal for Zeal // Zack Rodriguez

09-20-26 | FULL SUNDAY SERVICE | VineyardLC | Have you ever looked up and realized that the things that used to matter most to you have quietly faded into the background? That slow drift is one of the most dangerous spiritual threats a believer can face, and most Christians never even see it coming. This message dives deep into the concept of zeal, what it actually is, why the Bible treats it as essential for every follower of Jesus, and how to get it back when it has gone cold. Drawing from the book of Haggai, Romans 12, Colossians 3, Hebrews 10, and Titus 2, this teaching unpacks six powerful things every Christian needs to understand about zeal. You will learn why zeal is not a personality trait but a biblical calling for every believer. You will see how Jesus modeled it, why it can be lonely, how it is contagious, and why it carries real danger when it loses its anchor in Christ. Most importantly, you will discover that recovering your zeal does not start with trying harder. It starts with a clearer view of Jesus. Whether you feel spiritually dry, burned out, or like you are just going through the motions, this message is for you. God stirred the spirit of His people in Haggai, and He can do the same today. Topics covered include: spiritual zeal and faith, how to reignite your passion for God, the book of Haggai explained, Romans 12:11 meaning, Christian motivation and purpose, fighting spiritual apathy, fervent in spirit, serving the Lord wholeheartedly, Christian living and discipleship, how to grow in your faith, and overcoming spiritual dryness. If your fire for God has dimmed, this is the encouragement and challenge you need to hear. We are so glad you joined our online church community! Don't forget to subscribe and click the bell for weekly sermon videos, devotionals, and church events. Jump to a Section: 0:00 Countdown 5:04 Worship Begins 45:12 Announcements 49:06 Sermon --- *CONNECT & SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY:* 🙏🏻 Give Online: https://vineyardlc.churchcenter.com/g... 💻 Connect Card: https://links.vineyardlc.org/linktree 📍 Find A Location: https://links.vineyardlc.org/location Popular Keywords (TAGS): #ChurchOnline #SundayService #LakeCharlesChurch #LiveWorship #SermonsOnline #Christianity #BibleStudy #Vineyardlc #VineyardLakeCharles