Encountering God in the Waiting (Luke 1:5-25)

Sermon Notes

Sermon Series: Advent - In the Waiting

Sermon Title: Encountering God in the Waiting

Passage: Luke 1:5-25

Preacher: Ashley herr

1. Waiting on God (v5-7)

• Waiting on God tests your trust in God, revealing if you truly trust Him

• Waiting on God tests your obedience to God, revealing if your faithfulness is in response to Him, or dependant on a response from Him

2. Encountering God (v8-17)

Encountering God in the waiting reveals that:

• God is working

• God is listening

• God is faithful

• God is present

3. Responding to God (v18-25)

Waiting is:

• Active

• Patient

• Open-ended

Waiting requires:

• Trust

• Hope

• Faith

Reflection

What if what you’re waiting to come, to happen, or to end never happens?

• Will you still trust God?

• Will you still remain obedient to God?

• Will God still be enough for you?