Waiting can be one of the hardest parts of faith. When God’s promises seem delayed, it’s tempting to take control and force the outcome ourselves. In Genesis 16–17, we see this tension play out in the lives of Abraham, Sarah, and Hagar. After years of waiting for God’s promise of a child, Abraham and Sarah try to “help” God fulfill it—only to discover the painful cost of control. Yet even in the middle of human mistakes, God remains faithful to his promises. This message explores why control can quietly become an idol in our lives and how the path of trust—through prayer, rest, and serving others—helps us place God back in the driver’s seat.
Faith in the Waiting - Week 2
What do you do when God makes a promise—but your reality doesn’t seem to match it? In Genesis 15, Abram finds himself living in the gap between what God said and what he can see. The result is something many of us know well: doubt.
In this message, guest speaker Scot Johnson explores how Abram’s honest questions weren’t a rejection of God—but a reaching for him. Through a powerful covenant ceremony, God teaches Abram (and us) three lessons for life in the waiting: Look Up, Lean In, and Let Go. If you’ve ever wrestled with God’s timing, struggled with uncertainty, or wondered whether his promises will really hold, this sermon offers both reassurance and a deeper confidence in Christ.
Faith in the Waiting - Week 1
When God calls, how do you respond? Immediately? Partially? Fearfully? In Genesis 11:27–12:20, we see the beginning of Abraham’s journey—a story of remarkable faith mixed with very real hesitation. God promises blessing, land, and a future. Abraham goes—but not perfectly. He waits. He hesitates. He even falters in fear.
This message invites us to “audit” our own response to God’s call. Are we trusting him fully, or holding something back? Whether you’re navigating career decisions, parenting pressures, or a season of uncertainty, this passage helps us see that faith isn’t about flawless obedience—it’s about learning to trust the God who keeps his promises.