Faithful Consistency: Trusting God's Timing and Calling
Summary
The sermon begins with the pastor emphasizing the importance of consistency in faith and actions, especially when pursuing challenging endeavors such as building a church. The pastor encourages the congregation to trust in God's timing and remain committed, even in the face of doubts and uncertainties. He shares examples of how God has shown up in unexpected ways when people have remained consistent and faithful. The pastor then moves on to discuss the importance of following God's calling, even if it seems impossible to others. He draws parallels to Moses, who had to learn to trust God even in the in-between moments and despite his age.
The pastor then addresses Jehovah as the "relationship God" and acknowledges His presence in their lives. He emphasizes that Jehovah is the one who opens and closes doors for them, saying yes or no in order to make things good for them. The pastor then transitions to the importance of letting go and allowing things to die in order to experience freedom. He uses the example of Moses, who had to let go of his previous life and run off into the desert in order to find himself and receive a new calling from God.
The pastor then emphasizes that when we find ourselves in the in-between, unsure of what direction to take or what role to play, God reveals Himself to us. He uses the example of Moses, who was just living his life day by day until God called him. The pastor encourages the congregation to be consistent and dedicated in their daily lives, even if they are in the in-between, because God will reveal Himself to them at the right moment.
The pastor then emphasizes the importance of being prepared for what we pray for. He uses the example of MC Hammer, who had fame and fortune but ended up bankrupt because he was not prepared for the success he achieved. The pastor concludes by emphasizing that God will equip and guide us when we are prepared.
Finally, the pastor emphasizes the importance of surrendering to God in order to live a life of abundance. He distinguishes between submitting and surrendering, explaining that while submission involves yielding, surrendering means giving up all power and control to God. The pastor encourages the congregation to follow the example of Moses, who asked all his questions upfront and then obeyed God's commands.
Key Takeaways:
- Consistency in faith and actions is crucial in navigating the uncertainties of life and ultimately being where God wants us to be. God shows up in unexpected ways when we remain consistent and faithful. [12:45]
- Following God's calling, even when it seems impossible, is essential. Like Moses, we must learn to trust God in the in-between moments and strive for the impossible in our lives. [24:30]
- When we find ourselves in the in-between, unsure of what direction to take or what role to play, God reveals Himself to us. We must be consistent and dedicated in our daily lives, even if we are in the in-between, because God will reveal Himself to us at the right moment. [36:15]
- Being prepared for what we pray for is important. Like MC Hammer, we can achieve fame and fortune but end up bankrupt if we are not prepared for the success we achieve. God will equip and guide us when we are prepared. [48:00]
- Surrendering to God, giving up all power and control to Him, is key to living a life of abundance. We must follow the example of Moses, who asked all his questions upfront and then obeyed God's commands. [59:30]
Study Guide
### Bible Study Discussion Guide
#### Bible Reading
- Exodus 3:14-16 (NIV)
> God said to Moses, "I am who I am. This is what you are to say to the Israelites: 'I am has sent me to you.'" God also said to Moses, "Say to the Israelites, 'The Lord, the God of your fathers—the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac and the God of Jacob—has sent me to you.' This is my name forever, the name you shall call me from generation to generation."
#### Observation Questions
1. What did God reveal to Moses about His identity in Exodus 3:14-16?
2. How did the pastor describe the significance of God being a "relationship God"? [54:16]
3. What example did the pastor use to illustrate the importance of being prepared for what we pray for? [42:53]
4. According to the sermon, what does it mean to be in the "in-between"? [36:10]
#### Interpretation Questions
1. Why is it important to understand God as "I am who I am" in the context of our daily lives and challenges? [26:55]
2. How does the story of Moses running into the desert and finding a new calling relate to the concept of letting go to experience freedom? [34:31]
3. What does the pastor mean by saying that God reveals Himself to us in the "in-between" moments? How can this understanding impact our faith journey? [37:09]
4. How does the distinction between submitting and surrendering to God affect our relationship with Him? [49:26]
#### Application Questions
1. Reflect on a time when you felt you were in the "in-between." How did you see God working in your life during that period? [36:10]
2. The pastor emphasized the importance of consistency in faith and actions. What are some practical ways you can remain consistent in your faith, especially during challenging times? [40:00]
3. Have you ever experienced a situation where you had to let go of something to find freedom? How did that experience shape your faith? [34:31]
4. Think about a prayer or goal you have been working towards. How are you preparing yourself for the possibility of that prayer being answered? [42:53]
5. The pastor mentioned the importance of surrendering to God. What is one area of your life where you struggle to give up control? How can you take steps to surrender that area to God this week? [49:26]
6. How can you cultivate a deeper relationship with God, recognizing Him as the "relationship God"? What specific actions can you take to strengthen this relationship? [54:16]
7. The pastor used the example of Moses asking all his questions upfront before obeying God. What questions or doubts do you need to bring before God to move forward in obedience? [49:54]
Devotional
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Day 1: Embracing Consistency in Faith
Consistency in faith and actions is a crucial aspect of navigating the uncertainties of life and being where God wants us to be. God shows up in unexpected ways when we remain consistent and faithful. This consistency is not just about routine, but about unwavering trust in God's timing and commitment to His will, even in the face of doubts and uncertainties. [12:45]
Hebrews 10:23 - "Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful."
Reflection: Reflect on a recent situation where you felt uncertain or doubtful. How can you apply consistency in faith and actions to navigate such situations in the future?
Day 2: Trusting God's Calling
Following God's calling, even when it seems impossible, is essential. Like Moses, we must learn to trust God in the in-between moments and strive for the impossible in our lives. This trust is not about understanding every step of the journey, but about believing that God's plan is greater than our own understanding. [24:30]
Isaiah 55:8-9 - "For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways," declares the LORD. "As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts."
Reflection: Is there a calling or direction in your life that seems impossible right now? How can you trust God more in this situation?
Day 3: Finding God in the In-Between
When we find ourselves in the in-between, unsure of what direction to take or what role to play, God reveals Himself to us. We must be consistent and dedicated in our daily lives, even if we are in the in-between, because God will reveal Himself to us at the right moment. This is not about having all the answers, but about being open to God's guidance and revelation. [36:15]
Proverbs 3:5-6 - "Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight."
Reflection: What is an "in-between" situation you are currently facing? How can you remain open to God's guidance and revelation in this situation?
Day 4: Preparing for Answered Prayers
Being prepared for what we pray for is important. Like MC Hammer, we can achieve fame and fortune but end up bankrupt if we are not prepared for the success we achieve. God will equip and guide us when we are prepared. This is not about fearing success, but about understanding that every blessing comes with a responsibility. [48:00]
Luke 12:48 - "But the one who does not know and does things deserving punishment will be beaten with few blows. From everyone who has been given much, much will be demanded; and from the one who has been entrusted with much, much more will be asked."
Reflection: Reflect on a recent prayer that was answered. Were you prepared for the answer? How can you better prepare for answered prayers in the future?
Day 5: Surrendering to God's Will
Surrendering to God, giving up all power and control to Him, is key to living a life of abundance. We must follow the example of Moses, who asked all his questions upfront and then obeyed God's commands. This is not about losing control, but about trusting that God's control is better than ours. [59:30]
Matthew 16:25 - "For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will find it."
Reflection: What is one area of your life where you find yourself holding back from surrendering to Jesus? What would surrendering this area to Him actually look like in terms of daily habits?
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Quotes
"You gotta let things die. And it's not always easy to let things die because we want so bad or to keep living. We want the relationship to keep going. We want the job to keep blessed more. We want these things to keep going." ([34:31])
"We don't have to have it all together for God to reveal himself to us. We don't need to have we don't have to dress up for God to know that we're looking for him. We don't need to be we don't have to become who we want to be. For God to call on us." ([36:10])
"You don't know if you have a food truck. And if people going to show up at your food truck. You just gotta park. You have no idea. You're in the in-between. You're just trying to build or just trying to build. And just wait on God to reveal himself. And the moment you start doubting yourself, the moment you start removing yourself from it, it's really when God gets into overdrive." #!!40:29!!#
"Those things happen if you are consistent. And it doesn't mean that you have to have a huge crowd. It doesn't mean that you have to do a whole bunch of stuff. It just means that if you stay consistent, God will put you where you need to be. But you have to be consistent. You have to make sure that you are on or you have to make sure that you are in time for God to show up in time." #!!40:55!!#
"Even if you just say, I don't know if anybody can show up. But I would do this anyway. I'm not sure if That is in our sin. Because you wind up like MC Hammer. You have all of the flame, all of the fame that everybody wants to be bankrupt. Because you are not prepared for what you've been praying for." (#!!41:53!!#)
"If you stay consistent in it, when he calls you, you will know how to do it. You'll be prepared. You'll be able to lead people the way they should be lead. You should be able to the people. You'll be able to ask them to help people. You'll be helpful because you are prepared. And the moment you're not prepared, people notice." (#!!44:04!!#)
"You want to have your abundance of life. You want to have the overflow of life and the only way you can do that is to surrender to Jehovah and although it's important to understand that surrendering and submitting are not the same thing." #!!48:57!!#
"It's important to be like Moses and say, hey, I'm going to ask all my questions upfront. And then I'm going to do what you ask me to do? Who's going to come down and die for and get up again. There's no point in just talking about the person that the godly creates." #!!49:54!!#
"That's when god reveals himself. He's revealing himself. When you're trying to figure out where you're going and how you're going to get there." #!!37:09!!#
"And when you are in the in-between and God has a will for your life. He's going to call on you no matter how old you are. No matter where you are in your life." #!!38:45!!#
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