FaithQuest Perspectives
FaithQuest Perspectives
P156_060525 Rom. 9:18 There's No Escape For The Hardened Heart But The Love Of God
P156_060525 Rom. 9:18 There's No Escape For The Hardened Heart But The Love Of God
P156_060525 Rom. 9:18 There's No Escape For The Hardened Heart But The Love Of God
Thursday 5th June 2025
Explore how faith can intercept addiction and soften hardened hearts through God's relentless love in this insightful episode with Colin Cook.
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Episode Overview
- Faith can help intercept various addictions.
- A hardened heart can be softened by God's love.
- God's mercy often comes unexpectedly.
- Resistance to divine intervention can lead to spiritual awakening.
- No heart is too hardened for redemption.
"God loves hardened people. He doesn't love their hardness. He loves the people who are hardened."
In this engaging episode of "How it Happens with Colin Cook", listeners are taken on a journey through Romans chapter 9, exploring the concept of a hardened heart and the transformative power of God's love. Colin Cook delves into the complexities of faith and how it can intercept various forms of addiction, from alcohol to obsessive worry. The episode provides a fresh perspective on biblical teachings, challenging the notion that God predestines some for salvation and others for damnation.
Colin uses personal anecdotes and biblical references to illustrate his points, bringing the teachings of the Apostle Paul to life. He recounts his own past misconceptions about the Pharisees and Sadducees, highlighting how a hardened heart can blind us to God's universal love. Through vivid storytelling, Colin unpacks the idea that God's love is relentless, pushing humanity towards self-confrontation and ultimately, redemption.
The episode also touches on how God's mercy often comes when least expected, sometimes provoking resistance but eventually leading to spiritual awakening. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own lives and consider whether they, too, might be resisting divine intervention. By the end of the episode, Colin offers a comforting reminder that no heart is too hardened for God's love. Whether you're struggling with addiction or simply seeking deeper spiritual understanding, this episode promises to challenge and inspire.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore faith from a new angle and find hope in the most unexpected places.