Cornerstone Simi Audio Podcast Like a Mustard Seed
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Oct 8, 2023 The podcast delves into the healing power of faith, referencing a moving encounter between Jesus and a desperate father. It discusses the trials of discipleship and the essential need for trust in divine guidance. Acknowledging the transformative effects of even the smallest belief, it illustrates how personal growth can spring from faith. With personal stories, it emphasizes the importance of prayer, scripture, and community in focusing on Jesus and navigating life's challenges.
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Discipleship As Progressive Training
- This passage illustrates Jesus' patient discipleship as a progressive training process.
- Todd frames the story as a hope-filled example of grace that grows trust in Jesus.
Moses From The Nagi Village
- Todd recounts serving among the Nagi and caring for Moses, a man who suffered seizures and burn injuries.
- The story illustrates cultural stigma, real danger, and the family's constant burden of watching him.
Faith At The Edge And Compassionate Response
- Jesus challenges the father's conditional, tentative faith and invites fuller trust.
- The father answers "I believe; help my unbelief," prompting Jesus to heal the boy as compassionate confirmation.
