Harbor Church West Oahu Episode 305: Expecting Refinement
Dec 1, 2025
Reflecting on the struggles of waiting, Justin White shares personal stories that highlight its universal frustration. He connects Israel's history of exile to modern faith, exploring signs of spiritual drift like lazy worship and marital unfaithfulness. The discussion shifts to the importance of giving and its spiritual implications. With an emphasis on God's love, he encourages believers to embrace refinement through repentance, aiming to shine a light for others while awaiting Christ's return.
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Waiting Breeds Spiritual Drift
- Waiting is a constant human burden that easily leads to grumbling and spiritual drift.
- Justin White shows Israel's waiting for the Savior mirrors our present waiting and temptation to complain.
Stories From Traffic And A Missed Encore
- Justin shares humorous traffic observations to show people cope with waiting in different ways.
- He tells a concert story where leaving early meant missing the encore and regret.
Three Signs You’ve Drifted Away
- Malachi identifies three drift indicators: lazy worship, unfocused marriages, and non-existent giving.
- These behaviors signal that people's hearts have been captured by something other than God.
