Elevation with Steven Furtick This Isn't What I Pictured
Dec 19, 2025
Life often doesn't match our expectations, but that's okay! Exploring Hebrews 11:3, the discussion emphasizes seeing through faith rather than just sight. A family carriage ride story reveals the bittersweet nature of disappointment. The challenge of creating life expectations from social media is addressed, along with the unexpected realities surrounding Jesus' birth. Listeners are encouraged to embrace their divine gifts, switch their perspective to God's, and trust in His plans amidst uncertainty. Ultimately, it's all about recognizing God's presence over our limited visions.
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Two Genealogies: Visible And Invisible
- Furtick contrasts the genealogical, human account in Matthew with the preexistence of the Word to show two pictures of Jesus' origin.
- He links how things begin invisibly (belief, thought) before they appear visibly (behavior, feeling).
Let God Interrupt Your Plan
- Do not build your life by the picture you had in mind before consulting God, because your plans can be interrupted by a larger purpose.
- When God changes the plan, switch your frame and submit your pieces to the picture He has in mind.
The Problem Is Your Picture
- Furtick asserts the core problem in disappointment is not the situation but the picture you hold about it.
- He urges switching the picture to align with what God has placed in you instead of comparing to others' frames.