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Week of Oct 12th 2025

Sunday Devotional

Discussion Guide

Exodus 32:1-4


Key Takeaways:

  1. Patience isn't just waiting—it's trusting that God's timing is better than our own.

  2. In our waiting, God is working.

  3. God's timing is not just good, it's perfect.

 

Opening Question: Share a recent experience where you struggled with patience. How did you handle it?


Discussion Questions:

  1. The sermon mentions the Israelites creating a golden calf while waiting for Moses. How do we sometimes create our own "golden calves" when we're impatient with God?

  2. How has instant gratification in our society (like same-day shipping) affected our patience with God and His timing?

  3. The pastor shared personal examples of impatience (traffic, appointment waiting). Can you relate to these? Share a time when your impatience led to a less-than-ideal outcome.

  4. Discuss the statement: "In our waiting, God is working." How have you seen this play out in your own life?

  5. The sermon mentions several biblical examples of waiting (Israelites in slavery, capturing Jericho, disciples waiting for Jesus' resurrection). Which of these resonates with you most and why?

  6. How can we cultivate patience in our daily lives, especially in moments of frustration or uncertainty?

 

Practical Applications:

  1. This week, when you find yourself becoming impatient, pause and pray, asking God to help you trust His timing.

  2. Keep a "patience journal" for one week. Note situations where you struggled with patience and reflect on how you could have responded differently.

  3. Practice delayed gratification in a small way (e.g., waiting an extra day to buy something you want) and use that time to reflect on God's timing in your life.

  4. Share with the group next week about a situation where you consciously chose patience over immediate action or reaction.

 

Closing Prayer: Lord, help us to trust in Your perfect timing, even when we don't understand. Give us the strength to be patient and the wisdom to see how You're working in our waiting. Amen.

Weekday Devotional

Prayer- God, thank You for being patient with us. Teach us to trust Your timing, even when we don’t understand it. When waiting feels hard, remind us that You are still working for our good. Give us calm hearts, steady faith, and the grace to wait well. May our patience reflect Your love and character in all we do. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Day 1: Trusting God's Timing 

Reading: Exodus 32:1-14 

Devotional: The story of the golden calf reminds us how easily we can become impatient with God's timing. Like the Israelites, we often want immediate answers and visible signs of God's presence. However, this passage teaches us that God is always at work, even when we can't see it. Reflect on a time when you struggled with patience in your faith journey. How did God reveal His faithfulness to you in that situation? Today, practice intentional waiting on the Lord, trusting that His timing is perfect and His plans are for your good.

Day 2: Remembering God's Faithfulness

Reading: Psalm 77:11-20 

Devotional: In times of waiting, it's crucial to remember God's past faithfulness. The Psalmist encourages us to recall God's mighty deeds and wonders. Think about the Israelites and how quickly they forgot God's miraculous deliverance from Egypt. What miracles and answered prayers can you recall in your own life? Make a list of these moments and keep it somewhere visible. When impatience creeps in, use this list as a reminder of God's consistent love and care for you.

Day 3: The Patience of Jesus 

Reading: Matthew 26:36-46 

Devotional: Even Jesus experienced the challenge of waiting. In the Garden of Gethsemane, He patiently submitted to God's will, despite the immense suffering ahead. Jesus' example teaches us that patience often involves surrendering our desires to God's greater plan. What areas of your life are you struggling to surrender to God? Spend time in prayer, asking for the strength to trust God's timing and plan, even when it's difficult.

Day 4: Growing Through Waiting 

Reading: James 1:2-8 

Devotional: James tells us that trials produce perseverance, which leads to spiritual maturity. Waiting can be a trial, but it's also an opportunity for growth. Consider the areas where God might be using patience to develop your character. How can you actively engage in spiritual growth during seasons of waiting? Choose one spiritual discipline (prayer, study, service, etc.) to focus on intensively during your next period of waiting.

Day 5: The Promise of Christ's Return 

Reading: 2 Peter 3:8-15 

Devotional: Peter reminds us that God's timing is different from ours, especially regarding Christ's return. This ultimate "waiting period" for Christians is an opportunity to live with purpose and holiness. How does the anticipation of Christ's return impact your daily life? Reflect on ways you can live more intentionally, knowing that each day brings us closer to Christ's return. Consider how you can share this hope with others who may be struggling with impatience or doubt.