About This Sermon
Emory Cothen teaches from Romans 4:19-21 on what it means to be fully convinced of God's promises. Abraham looked at his own body, as good as dead, and Sarah's barrenness, yet he did not weaken in faith. He did not waver through unbelief but grew strong, giving glory to God, because he was fully convinced that God was able to do what He had promised.
The message points to Abraham's faith as a model for believers today. Our circumstances may seem impossible, but faith that gives glory to God refuses to let those circumstances have the final word. Being fully convinced means trusting God's ability over what we can see.
Scripture: Romans 4:19-21
Study Guide
A few ideas to carry with you, discuss with your group, or revisit during the week.
Practical Takeaways (5)
- Circumstances can describe you, but they cannot define you.
- When our circumstances dictate our decisions, we get Ishmael; when God's promises dictate our decisions, He gives us Isaac.
- Giving glory to God grows our faith; unbelief makes us waver.
- Strong faith is from God and for God.
- We should be fully convinced because God is fully able.
Discussion Questions (5)
- What stands out to you about Abraham's response to his circumstances in Romans 4:19-21?
- What circumstance in your life is making it hardest to trust God's ability right now?
- How can giving glory to God strengthen your faith when you are waiting on a promise?
- What would it look like for God's promises rather than your circumstances to shape your next decision?
- Have you experienced God personally in a way that makes His promises feel real, or are you mostly knowing about Him from a distance?
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