Trusting God When Life Doesn't Make Sense

Pastor Darren Gerald

June 21, 2025

This sermon explores the challenge of maintaining faith and trust in God during difficult times when His actions seem unclear or confusing. The pastor emphasizes that while we may not always understand God's current actions, we can rely on what He has already done for us through Jesus Christ. The sermon encourages believers to stay in love with God even when faced with trials, misunderstandings, or confusion, reminding them that God's love is constant and that He filters everything through His grace.

Key Points:
- God is in control of everything, even when circumstances are negative
- Our struggles and misunderstandings don't negate God's love for us
- We should focus on what God has already done (salvation through Jesus) when we don't understand His current actions
- God tests our faith to produce patience and perseverance
- Obeying God is easier when we understand His plan, but true faith persists even when we don't

Scripture Reference:
Genesis 22:1-18 (The story of Abraham being asked to sacrifice Isaac)