Pray the Word with David Platt Waiting for the Impossible (Genesis 21:5)
Jan 12, 2026
Explore the miraculous birth of Isaac as an emblem of God's power to achieve the impossible. Reflect on Abraham's extraordinary journey of faith at the age of one hundred. David emphasizes the importance of patient waiting and trusting in God's timing. Two key takeaways are highlighted: God’s capacity for the impossible and His worthiness of our trust. The episode culminates in a heartfelt prayer for the Sheikh people, seeking the spread of the gospel among them.
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God Does The Impossible
- David Platt emphasizes that God's power makes the impossible possible, using Abraham's fatherhood at 100 as the example.
- This highlights trusting God's ability beyond human expectations.
Imagining Abraham's Waiting
- David Platt imagines Abraham waiting decade after decade for Isaac and reflects on the difficulty of patient trust.
- He relates personally, admitting he needs the reminder to trust and wait on God too.
Wait Trustfully, Not Restlessly
- Do trust that God is worthy of your waiting and rest peacefully in Him while you wait.
- Ask God to help your unbelief and to make you patient and trustful during delays.