Tag: trusting God

The Surprising Plan of God

Cary Cox, from Genesis 46:1-30. God lets Jacob know that it is his purpose for him to go down to Egypt – even though we know that this will result in 400 years of slavery! God’s plan is often surprising. What we think are detours are part of his plan!

Setbacks in Faith

Cary Cox, from Genesis 16:1-6 (Genesis Study 33). Abram and Sarai have a setback in their faith. After years of waiting on God to give them a child as he promised, they take matters into their own hands, and try to help God out. But God doesn’t need our help, and we get into all kinds of trouble when we fail to wait on him and trust him. God is able, and God is faithful: wait on the Lord!

Unwavering Faith in God – Romans Study 22

Cary Cox, from Romans 4:17-25. Paul describes what justifying faith looks like, using vivid imagery from the life of Abraham. We look at what saving faith is, and what it is not.

The Unbreakable Word of God – Hebrews Study 16

Cary Cox, from Hebrews 6:11-20. An example to imitate: Abraham’s patient, persevering faith. Holding on to hope till the end, through all the tests and difficulties of life. Trusting in the unbreakable word of God! The anchor of our soul!