Trusting God By Faith And Not Feelings (Clip)
Shane Idleman emphasizes the importance of trusting God by faith rather than relying on fluctuating feelings, highlighting that faith pleases God even in the absence of emotional assurance.
This sermon emphasizes the importance of faith over feelings in honoring God's Word and speaking the truth in love. It encourages trusting the Holy Spirit to move in the heart, even when feelings may not align, as faith is essential to please God.
Full Transcript
I'm weary of holding it back, and I cannot. I don't care what my feelings say. There's a responsibility to honor God's Word, to come out and speak the truth of love.
And I get on this altar, and I say, Holy Spirit, move in my heart. I don't feel it right now, but I need you. I'm trusting you by faith, not by feelings, but without faith, it's impossible to please God.
So you're exercising faith, even when you don't feel like things. God, I'm here. I don't feel like it, but I'm trusting you.
That pleases God.
Sermon Outline
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- The struggle between feelings and faith
- The responsibility to honor God's Word
- The need to speak truth in love
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- Calling on the Holy Spirit despite lack of feeling
- Exercising faith when emotions are absent
- Trusting God pleases Him
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- Faith as a choice beyond feelings
- God's pleasure in our faith
- The power of trusting God consistently
Key Quotes
“I don't care what my feelings say. There's a responsibility to honor God's Word, to come out and speak the truth of love.” — Shane Idleman
“I'm trusting you by faith, not by feelings, but without faith, it's impossible to please God.” — Shane Idleman
“God, I'm here. I don't feel like it, but I'm trusting you.” — Shane Idleman
Application Points
- Choose to trust God daily even when your emotions are uncertain or negative.
- Rely on the Holy Spirit to strengthen your faith during emotional dryness.
- Speak and live out the truth of God's Word regardless of how you feel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I trust God even when I don't feel like it?
Because faith, not feelings, pleases God and trusting Him in difficult times strengthens your relationship with Him.
What role does the Holy Spirit play when feelings are absent?
The Holy Spirit moves in our hearts to empower and sustain our faith even when emotions are lacking.
How can I honor God's Word when my feelings contradict it?
By choosing to believe and act on God's promises regardless of your emotional state.
Is it normal to struggle with feelings in faith?
Yes, many believers experience emotional struggles, but faith calls us to trust God beyond those feelings.
What does it mean that without faith it is impossible to please God?
It means that faith is essential to a relationship with God and that trusting Him is foundational to pleasing Him.