Encounter Henley Welcomes Pastor: Ashlee Littleford
In this launching episode of our new winter series, The Power of Encounter, Pastor Ashlee Littleford addresses the unspoken dryness so many of us experience. The problem isn’t that you aren't trying hard enough, nor is it that God is stingy. The reality is that we are constantly and expertly being formed by a modern culture built on an attention economy—where the carved rule over every door is to go up, build a personal brand, and secure the high ground.
Pulling from John 13, Ashlee takes us into the upper room to witness what historian John Dickson calls "the humility revolution." In a world where humility was held in contempt, Jesus—with full authority and all things in His hands—rewrote the definition of greatness by picking up a towel and a basin.
If you are tired of standing on the dry high ground of self-promotion and striving, this message is your invitation to step into the low place. Because grace is like water—it never runs uphill. It always finds the lowest place in the room and pools there.
Key Takeaways from This Episode:
- The Attention Economy vs. The Basin: How modern culture rewards self-promotion, while the algorithm of heaven has no category for pride.The Monument to Pride: A look at the 12 disciples with dirty feet, arguing about who was the greatest, while the basin sat untouched by the door.What Humility Is (and Isn't): Why humility isn't about thinking less of yourself or being a doormat, but rather being so secure in who God says you are that you are free to spend your power on others first.The Direction of Glory: Recognizing that going low isn't a step down into defeat; it's a deliberate step into the living rivers of the Holy Spirit.Washing and Being Washed: The challenge to not only find your "basin" this week in your home, conflicts, and credit but to also possess the humility to let others serve you.
Connect with Encounter Church Henley:
- Website: encounteradelaide.com.auInstagram: @encounterhenley