2025 10 08 Wednesday Oh, To Know What God Is Thinking

Tonight, the focus is on the astonishing ways God moves when His people respond in simple faith and obedience. Time and again, God demonstrates that He is not limited by our circumstances, our location, or even our expectations. Whether in a small church in Alabama or a new church plant in Texas, God honors those who step out, even in small acts of faith—like walking around a sanctuary or raising hands in worship. These acts may seem insignificant, but they open the door for God to work miracles, provide unexpected provision, and answer long-standing prayers.

God’s desire is not just to meet needs, but to reveal His power and love in ways that transform individuals, families, and entire communities. The stories shared tonight—of miraculous financial provision, restored relationships, supernatural healings, and even the raising of the dead—are not just testimonies of the past, but invitations for us to believe that God is still at work today. The scripture from Deuteronomy 2:24-25 reminds us that God goes before His people, putting fear and awe in the hearts of those who witness His works. When we rise up and take the journey God sets before us, He promises to give us victory and to make His presence known in unmistakable ways.

It is not about being special or having a unique calling; it is about being willing to obey, to step out, and to trust that God knows exactly where we are and what we need. God is looking for people who will believe that He is thinking good thoughts toward them, who will act on His promptings, and who will expect Him to do the impossible. The challenge is to move beyond passive attendance and into active participation—believing that God wants to use each of us to bring revival, healing, and transformation to our church and our city. When we do, God will not only meet our needs, but will also draw others to Himself through the undeniable evidence of His power and love.

Key Takeaways

• 1. Obedience in Small Things Unlocks God’s Favor God often asks for simple acts of obedience—like walking around a sanctuary or stepping out in faith. These actions may seem trivial, but they are the very things God uses to release His blessings and provision. When we respond, even without fully understanding, we position ourselves for God to answer prayers in ways we could never orchestrate ourselves. [03:33]
• 2. God’s Miracles Are Not Limited by Place or Person God’s power is not confined to certain locations or special individuals. Whether in a small rural church or a bustling city, God honors faith wherever He finds it. The same God who provides for one is ready to provide for all who will trust and obey, regardless of their background or situation. [10:28]
• 3. God’s Thoughts Toward Us Are for Victory and Influence Deuteronomy 2:24-25 reveals that God intends for His people to possess the land and to be a testimony to the nations. When we rise up and believe that God is thinking in our favor, He not only gives us victory but also causes others to take notice, spreading awe and reverence for His name. Our obedience can shift the spiritual atmosphere of entire communities. [22:33]
• 4. Miracles Are Meant to Draw Others to God When God performs miracles—whether healing, provision, or even raising the dead—it is not just for our benefit. These acts are signs that draw others to faith, often resulting in whole families and communities turning to God. Our testimonies of God’s intervention become powerful invitations for others to experience His love and power. [45:57]
• 5. Revival Begins with Expectant Participation God desires to do more than we can imagine, but He looks for people who will move from passive spectators to active participants. When we step out, invite others, and expect God to move, we become catalysts for revival. The transformation of a church or a city often begins with a handful of people who believe that God is ready to do the impossible right now.
  
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Youtube Chapters

• [00:00] - Welcome
• [01:45] - The Expectation of Faith
• [02:24] - God’s Unfinished Work
• [03:33] - Obedience and Unexpected Blessing
• [05:41] - Testimonies of Provision
• [07:57] - Stepping Out in Faith
• [09:31] - God’s Miracles in Everyday Life
• [11:47] - God Restores Relationships
• [13:51] - God’s Provision in Unlikely Ways
• [17:59] - Radical Obedience and Generosity
• [20:45] - Deuteronomy: Rise Up and Possess
• [23:59] - God’s Power Over Sickness and Death
• [33:16] - Transformation of Lives and Communities
• [35:51] - Raising the Dead: God’s Power Displayed
• [45:57] - Miracles That Draw Families
• [47:49] - Multiplication Through Testimony
• [50:57] - God’s Power in Crisis
• [52:45] - The Fear and Awe of God’s People
• [54:29] - Responding to God’s Invitation

Bible Reading

Deuteronomy 2:24-25 (ESV) — 24 “‘Rise up, set out on your journey and go over the Valley of the Arnon. Behold, I have given into your hand Sihon the Amorite, king of Heshbon, and his land. Begin to take possession, and contend with him in battle.
25 This day I will begin to put the dread and fear of you on the peoples who are under the whole heaven, who shall hear the report of you and shall tremble and be in anguish because of you.’”

Observation Questions

1. According to Deuteronomy 2:24-25, what specific instructions does God give to His people, and what does He promise will happen as a result?
2. In the sermon, what were some of the “small acts of obedience” that led to God’s miraculous provision or intervention? ([03:33])
3. What kinds of miracles and answers to prayer were shared as testimonies in the sermon? ([33:16])
4. How did the preacher describe the impact of God’s miracles on the wider community or city? ([45:57])

Interpretation Questions

1. Why do you think God chooses to use simple acts of obedience—like walking around a sanctuary or raising hands in worship—to release His blessings? ([03:33])
2. What does it mean that God’s power is “not limited by place or person”? How does this challenge our expectations of where and how God can move? ([10:28])
3. According to Deuteronomy 2:24-25 and the sermon, how does God’s work among His people affect those outside the church or faith community? ([22:33])
4. The sermon emphasized that miracles are not just for our benefit but to draw others to God. How does this perspective change the way we view answered prayers and testimonies? ([45:57])

Application Questions

1. The sermon highlighted that obedience in small things unlocks God’s favor. Is there a simple step of faith or obedience you feel God prompting you to take right now? What’s holding you back? ([03:33])
2. Have you ever dismissed something God asked you to do because it seemed too small or insignificant? What might change if you responded differently next time? ([03:33])
3. The preacher shared stories of God providing in unexpected ways, like job raises or restored relationships. Can you recall a time when God met a need in your life unexpectedly? How did you respond? ([05:41])
4. The sermon said God’s miracles are meant to draw others to Him. Who in your life needs to hear about what God has done for you? How can you share your testimony this week? ([45:57])
5. Deuteronomy 2:24-25 talks about God giving His people influence and causing others to take notice. What would it look like for your obedience to shift the spiritual atmosphere in your family, workplace, or neighborhood? ([22:33])
6. The preacher challenged the church to move from passive attendance to active participation. What is one way you can move from being a spectator to a participant in what God is doing in our church? ([47:49])
7. The sermon mentioned that revival often starts with a handful of people who expect God to do the impossible. What is one “impossible” thing you are believing God for in your life or in our church right now? How can the group pray with you about it? ([47:49])