Navigating Disappointment: Matthew 11:1–11
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Dave Clayton, lead minister at Ethos Church and author of Revival Starts Here, dives into Matthew 11, exploring how to navigate disappointment and unmet expectations when God’s plans differ from our own. This episode encourages listeners to trust in God’s timing and find peace amid life’s uncertainties.
Quick summary of his main points: Disappointment grows in difficult circumstances, unmet expectations, and limited perspective.
Some Favorite Quotes: “Isn’t it amazing what a little disappointment will do to your theology?” “John took his disappointment straight to Jesus with brutal honesty.” “Faith is like film; it develops in the dark.” “To doubt is a pitstop on the journey of faith; it’s not a destination.”
Questions to ask yourself in response: “Does God exist for my happiness, or do I exist for his glory?” “How have my circumstances distorted your character?”
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