Wrestling: Between Faith and Promise

About this episode

This episode explores the themes of faith, waiting, and the significance of righteousness through the story of Abram in Genesis 15.

Introduction 1. The Waiting Room of Faith (Genesis 15:1–5) 2. The Breakthrough of Faith (Genesis 15:6) 3. The Covenant that Secures the Promise (Genesis 15:7–21) Reflection Questions The sermon described the “waiting room of faith.” What does that phrase mean to you personally right now? Recall the story of Adonirum Judson in relation to this topic and his quote, “The future is as bright as the promises of God.” What is the difference between wrestling with God in faith and walking away from God in unbelief? Genesis 15:6 says Abram’s faith was “counted to him as righteousness.” Why is it important that righteousness was credited, not earned? Read Romans 4:1–5 and 16–25. How does Paul use Abraham’s story to explain justification by faith? What do these verses teach us about the difference between earning righteousness through works and receiving righteousness through faith in God’s promise fulfilled in Jesus Christ? “Sometimes the greatest work God is doing is not the mission field you’re running toward, but the waiting room where He teaches you to trust Him.” How might God be shaping you in a season of waiting?

Topics covered

• faith
• promise
• waiting room
• righteousness
• justification

Keywords

• Adonirum Judson
• God's promises
• unbelief
• works vs faith

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: The Waiting Room of Faith

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