Summary:
What if God isn’t withholding answers… but offering mercy?
In this message from John 16:12–15, Pastor Brian explores what it means to be guided by truth. Jesus tells his disciples, “I still have many things to say to you, but you cannot bear them now,” and in doing so, reveals a kind of divine patience and tenderness.
This message invites listeners to reimagine truth not as a finish line to reach or a set of doctrines to master, but as a journey the Spirit walks with us—step by faithful step. Through everyday illustrations, pastoral honesty, and poetic depth, this message asks:
What if the Spirit still speaks in whispers, not shouts?
What if truth is more about relationship than certainty?
What if your only job today is to take just this step?
Show Notes:
Scripture:
John 16:12–15
Main Themes:
Truth as presence, not information
The Spirit as guide, not explainer
Divine generosity: what belongs to God is shared with us
Listening as a sacred act
Faith that takes one step at a time
Practical Invitation:
Name one thing God has given you—
a story, a gift, a peace, a truth.
Then share it.
Not to convince or impress,
but because it was given to be given again.
Keywords:
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