Stand to Reason Weekly Podcast

Waiting Is a Normal Part of the Christian Life

10 snips
Feb 13, 2026
A theological look at why waiting is a normal part of Christian life. A discussion on prophetic words and how to test them. Thoughts on having peace about prodigal loved ones while still praying. A biblical outline for what makes a marriage legitimate. Whether to attend baptisms in churches with differing core doctrines. Practical tips for training door-to-door evangelism. Why common Trinity analogies fail.
Ask episode
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
INSIGHT

Waiting Is Part Of God's Timing

  • Waiting is a normal and frequent feature in biblical narratives, not a sign of personal failure.
  • Greg Koukl reminds listeners that God's timing differs from ours and waiting can be part of God's purpose.
INSIGHT

Prophecy And Word Of Knowledge Exist Biblically

  • Prophetic words and 'word of knowledge' appear in Scripture and can be genuine gifts.
  • Greg Koukl acknowledges biblical precedent but warns they require careful evaluation.
ADVICE

Treat Prophecy With Healthy Skepticism

  • Be skeptical of modern prophetic claims and observe whether predicted outcomes occur.
  • Greg Koukl recommends waiting to see if the prophecy proves accurate before assigning credibility.
Get the Snipd Podcast app to discover more snips from this episode
Get the app