Ishmael - A good idea, but not a God idea

Not every good idea is God's idea. After waiting ten years for God to fulfill His promise, Abraham and Sarah decided to take matters into their own hands. Their solution seemed reasonable, but their impatience led to consequences they never anticipated. Through Abraham's experience, we discover that faith is often tested in the waiting, and God's timing is just as important as His promises. What happens when we've already made an "Ishmael" decision? The encouraging truth is that Abraham's mistake did not cancel God's promise. This message challenges us to trust God's timing, seek the leading of the Holy Spirit, and learn to walk by faith rather than sight.