About this episode

This episode contrasts the faithfulness of John the Baptist with the compromises of Herod, emphasizing the importance of running to Jesus amidst life's challenges.

In Matthew 14, the lives of John the Baptist and Herod reveal a powerful contrast between fearing God and fearing people. While John remained faithful to God's truth no matter the cost, Herod's compromises and desire for approval led to destruction. This message reminds us that small compromises never stay small, confession is courageous, and Jesus is enough even when life doesn't make sense. Whatever you're carrying today, unanswered prayers, hidden sin, guilt, grief, or disappointment, don't run from Him. Run to Him. Supplemental Resources From This Week: • Called, Sent, and Surrendered- Wes' Story• The Danger of Small Compromises - Deepen with Pastor Joby Martin: Matthew S5E2• Death of John the Baptist - Impossible to Possible - Matthew S5E2 (Full Service)• Matthew Season 5 About The Church of Eleven22 The Church of Eleven22® is a movement for all people to discover and deepen a relationship with Jesus Christ. Eleven22 is led by Pastor Joby Martin and based in Jacksonville, Florida, with multiple campuses throughout Jacksonville and the surrounding areas. To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: http://coe22.com/donate

People in this episode

Host: Pastor Joby Martin

Topics covered

• faithfulness
• compromise
• God's truth
• courage
• unanswered prayers
• hidden sin
• grief

Keywords

• John the Baptist
• Herod
• faith
• compromise
• Jesus
• confession
• grief
• disappointment

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Church of Eleven22

Books & works: Matthew

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