Trusting God During Hardships: Lessons from Numbers 13
Category: Equipped by the Word
Publish Date: July 24, 2024 - 8:00 am
- Show Name: Equipped by the Word
- Speaker: Pastor Rod Holler, Jr.
- Episode Title: But, If Only, Why? (Part 1 of 2)
- Airing: 9am and 4:30pm
In today’s episode of Equipped by the Word, Pastor Rod Holler Jr. delves into three statements that believers should avoid if they wish to avoid displeasing God. These statements, which question God’s attributes and contradict His will, are found repeatedly in the Bible. Join us as we explore the story in Numbers 13 and uncover the profound lessons within.
Pastor Rod emphasizes that in life, we have two choices: to trust ourselves or to trust God. While trusting God may seem easy when life is smooth, the real test of faith comes during hardships. It’s during these challenging times that our trust in God brings Him the ultimate glory.
In this episode, we will examine the narrative of the Israelites as they approach the Promised Land and the three statements that greatly displeased God: “But,” “If only,” and “Why?” Through this story, Pastor Rod illustrates how these statements reflect a lack of trust in God’s promises and how they can lead us astray.
Join us as we read from Numbers 13, beginning at verse 26, and witness the Israelites’ struggle with fear and faith. Pastor Rod provides insights on how their fear overshadowed their faith despite witnessing numerous miracles from God. He challenges us to reflect on our own lives and consider how fear might be hindering us from fulfilling God’s will.
