Bold Steps with Dr. Mark Jobe The Wake-Up Call -- Part 1
Nov 12, 2025
Drifting from God can happen without us realizing it. The discussion centers on the Prodigal Son as a wake-up call, illustrating six phases of spiritual drift. Familiar phases begin with the 'I Want My Space' mindset, highlighting the journey away from the Father's love. Personal stories reveal how trials often lead to prayer and a deeper connection with God. Listeners are urged to self-diagnose their spiritual condition, encouraging reflection and reawakening in their faith journey.
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Rumble Strips Saved A Life
- Mark Jobe describes falling asleep while driving and being woken by rumble strips that likely saved his life.
- He uses this driving story to illustrate how God can wake us when we begin to stray spiritually.
Respond To The Wake-Up Call
- Recognize small attempts (reading verses, radio, friends) that only mask drift instead of stopping it.
- Treat a spiritual 'wake-up call' as a signal to stop drifting and return to God.
Parable Focuses On The Father's Heart
- The prodigal story centers on the father's heart rather than merely the son's lostness.
- Jesus repeatedly shows God rejoices when what was lost is restored.
