In this message from John 11, Pastor Phil connects our church’s year—fires, wandering, waiting, and unexpected provision—with the story of Lazarus and the God who seems “late” but is always working. He shows how waiting is often God’s classroom: the place where faith matures, community deepens, and unseen formation prepares us for what’s ahead. If you’re reflecting on the past year or navigating your own season of uncertainty, this teaching offers perspective, hope, and a renewed sense of God’s presence in the in-between.
Highlights:
– How our church’s journey mirrors the emotional tension of John 11
– Why Jesus’ “delay” with Lazarus is an act of intentional love
– What God forms in us during seasons of wandering and waiting
– The power of small, everyday faithfulness in our neighborhoods
Practices for the Week:
– Reflect on where you feel God is “late” and invite Him into that place
– Re-read John 11 and notice how Jesus meets disappointment and doubt
– Share your waiting story with someone in community
– Do one intentional act of neighborly kindness as a sign of hope
Let this message help you look back with clarity, live the present with trust, and move into the future with expectant faith.
