Commons Church Podcast Every New Beginning Starts with Letting Go - Jeremy Duncan
Oct 20, 2025
Pastor Jeremy Duncan delves into the story of Abraham and Sarah, showcasing how faith often begins with uncertainty and small steps. He emphasizes the significance of waiting periods in our lives, likening them to Abraham's pause in Haran. The discussion explores the reconciliation of all things through God's promises, the influence of ancient moon worship, and the courage needed to leave behind what we know. Listeners are encouraged to embrace their own transitions as sacred and purposeful moments.
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Small Beginnings, Global Reconciliation
- The promise to Abraham initiates a global plan of reconciliation that starts very small with one family.
- This tiny beginning ultimately unfolds toward welcoming all peoples, culminating in Christ's inclusive table.
Call Breaks Cultural Myths
- The Abraham story likely emerges from moon-worship culture, so God's call interrupts prevailing religious assumptions.
- Divine invitation appears even within contexts shaped by other faiths, revealing grace at work beyond expected boundaries.
Personal Haran Moment
- Jeremy Duncan recounts his own Haran-like season after leaving his first church and working at Best Buy.
- That pause prepared him for future ministry and shaped how he understands faith and calling.
