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EPISODE · May 12, 2026 · 15 MIN

The Tension Between Faith and Fulfillment

from Lean On The Word · host Peggy Adrien

In this episode, we explore “The Tension Between Faith and Fulfillment” through Hebrews 11:13–16 and 39–40. What do we do when God gives a promise, but fulfillment seems delayed? This message examines the spiritual tension between believing God’s Word and waiting for His timing. Through the lives of Abraham, Joseph, David, Moses, Simeon, and Anna, we discover that faith is not proven when the promise is spoken, but in the seasons where we are called to wait with patience, trust, and perseverance. This episode will encourage anyone walking through uncertainty, delay, or silence. Learn how God uses the space between promise and fulfillment to shape character, deepen trust, and prepare us for His greater purpose. Whether you are waiting on answered prayer, direction, healing, ministry, or breakthrough, this message reminds us that God is still working in the tension—and that what appears to be delay may actually be divine alignment at an appointed time.

In this episode, we explore “The Tension Between Faith and Fulfillment” through Hebrews 11:13–16 and 39–40. What do we do when God gives a promise, but fulfillment seems delayed? This message examines the spiritual tension between believing God’s Word and waiting for His timing. Through the lives of Abraham, Joseph, David, Moses, Simeon, and Anna, we discover that faith is not proven when the promise is spoken, but in the seasons where we are called to wait with patience, trust, and perseverance. This episode will encourage anyone walking through uncertainty, delay, or silence. Learn how God uses the space between promise and fulfillment to shape character, deepen trust, and prepare us for His greater purpose. Whether you are waiting on answered prayer, direction, healing, ministry, or breakthrough, this message reminds us that God is still working in the tension—and that what appears to be delay may actually be divine alignment at an appointed time.

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