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EPISODE · Feb 24, 2025 · 18 MIN

451 Are You the One? Wrestling with Doubt and Trusting Jesus (Lk 7 pt.2)

from The Daily Grind · host John Spencer

Monday, February 24th: Have you ever doubted God’s plan for your life? Even John the Baptist—the bold prophet who prepared the way for Jesus—found himself questioning everything when things didn’t go as expected. Sitting in prison, John sent messengers to Jesus with a raw, honest question: “Are You the One, or should we expect someone else?” Jesus didn’t rebuke John’s doubt—He answered with evidence and an invitation to trust God’s timing. In this episode, John explores how we can bring our questions to Jesus, even when life isn’t making sense. We’ll dive into the historical and cultural background of Luke 7:18-35 and unpack how Jesus redefines greatness and challenges our expectations. Some people embraced Jesus’ message, while others rejected Him—how will you respond? Whether you’re struggling with faith or looking to deepen your trust in Christ, this episode will encourage you. Join us as we wrestle with doubt, expectations, and the unexpected ways Jesus works in our lives. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email me your questions, comments, and suggestions. I'd love to hear from you!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If y'all wanna talk more 'bout this, I'm all ears. Just give me a holler. You can also help by sending me your favorite trivia or dad joke(s) at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Or respond below with comments, trivia or jokes.

Monday, February 24th: Have you ever doubted God’s plan for your life? Even John the Baptist—the bold prophet who prepared the way for Jesus—found himself questioning everything when things didn’t go as expected. Sitting in prison, John sent messengers to Jesus with a raw, honest question: “Are You the One, or should we expect someone else?” Jesus didn’t rebuke John’s doubt—He answered with evidence and an invitation to trust God’s timing. In this episode, John explores how we can bring our questions to Jesus, even when life isn’t making sense. We’ll dive into the historical and cultural background of Luke 7:18-35 and unpack how Jesus redefines greatness and challenges our expectations. Some people embraced Jesus’ message, while others rejected Him—how will you respond? Whether you’re struggling with faith or looking to deepen your trust in Christ, this episode will encourage you. Join us as we wrestle with doubt, expectations, and the unexpected ways Jesus works in our lives. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email me your questions, comments, and suggestions. I'd love to hear from you!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If y'all wanna talk more 'bout this, I'm all ears. Just give me a holler. You can also help by sending me your favorite trivia or dad joke(s) at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Or respond below with comments, trivia or jokes.

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