The Benefit of the Doubt // When In Doubt - Week II // Pastor Justin Reimer

APR 21, 202640 MIN
Vivid Church Podcast

The Benefit of the Doubt // When In Doubt - Week II // Pastor Justin Reimer

APR 21, 202640 MIN

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There are benefits to the doubts you feel. You just can't allow it to get dangerous.In this message, we explore the reality that even the closest followers of Jesus experienced moments of uncertainty. The disciples saw miracles, walked with Jesus, and still wrestled with doubt. Thomas questioned the resurrection. John the Baptist asked if Jesus was truly the Messiah. Even Peter, who stepped out of the boat and walked on water...had a moment where his faith faltered.So what does that mean for us?Doubt doesn’t disqualify you. It doesn’t mean your faith is failing. In many ways, doubt can actually reveal where your faith needs to grow. The real danger isn’t experiencing doubt, it’s allowing it to paralyze you or become your identity.Doubt becomes dangerous when it:- Paralyzes action- Becomes identity- Replaces pursuitJesus never rejected people because they struggled with questions. Instead, He met them in their uncertainty, reached out in their sinking moments, and invited them to keep following Him.Faith isn’t the absence of doubt...it’s choosing to trust God even when questions remain.If you’ve ever wondered, wrestled, or felt unsure in your faith, this message is for you.