Pain Will Push You Forward | Pastor John Eaton | Moving Forward | 04/05/2026

Pain Will Push You Forward | Pastor John Eaton | Moving Forward | 04/05/2026

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April 5, 2026 · 45 min · Episode 363

About this episode

Pastor John Eaton discusses how pain can serve as a catalyst for moving forward in faith.

What if the pain you’re experiencing right now isn’t meant to stop you—but to move you? In this message, we continue the journey from Joseph to the Israelites in Egypt, where years of slavery, suffering, and oppression led to one of the most powerful moments in history—deliverance. Through the story of Passover, we see how God used pain, pressure, and even plagues to push His people toward freedom. Pharaoh refused to let go. His heart grew harder with every warning. And yet, what stood in the way of their freedom ultimately became the very thing that pushed them out of bondage. And the same can be true in your life. Sometimes the struggle feels overwhelming. Sometimes the pressure keeps building. But what if God is allowing certain things—not to destroy you—but to move you forward? From the plagues of Egypt to the sacrifice of the Passover lamb, and ultimately to Jesus—our true Deliverer—we see that God has always had a plan to bring His people out of slavery and into freedom. Jesus didn’t come to negotiate your release—He came to invite you:“Come, follow Me.” If you’ve been stuck, discouraged, or overwhelmed, this message will challenge you to stop hardening your heart and start…

People in this episode

Guest: Pastor John Eaton

Topics covered

  • pain
  • freedom
  • faith
  • deliverance
  • spiritual growth
  • trust in God

Keywords

  • pain
  • freedom
  • Passover
  • Exodus
  • spiritual growth
  • trust God
  • Jesus

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Relate Church

Books & works: Passover, Exodus

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