How can we trust God to remove obstacles in our spiritual journey today? The Scene at the Tomb Mark 16:3 records, “They were asking one another, ‘Who will roll away the stone from the entrance of the tomb?’” Three faithful women, spices in hand, faced a literal boulder—too heavy, too final. They loved Jesus, but the obstacle loomed larger than their resources. God Was Already Ahead of Them Mark 16:4: “But when they looked up, they saw that the stone had been rolled away. It was very large.” Before they ever reached the problem, the problem was solved. Scripture reports this as a historical fact—and that same God still moves stones today. Patterns of Divine Stone-Rolling • Exodus 14:21-22 — God parts the Red Sea, removing an impossible barrier. • Joshua 3:13-17 — Jordan River dries up the moment priests step in. • 1 Samuel 17:45-50 — Goliath’s threat falls with one stone guided by God. • Acts 16:26 — Prison doors swing open for Paul and Silas. The consistent biblical pattern: when God’s people meet an obstacle while obeying Him, He intervenes—often in ways no one could predict. Why We Can Trust Him with Today’s Obstacles • His character is unchanging (Malachi 3:6). • His power is limitless (Jeremiah 32:27). • His Word stands forever (Isaiah 40:8). • His past acts guarantee future faithfulness (Psalm 77:11-12). Practical Steps for Trusting God • Anchor your mind in promises like Proverbs 3:5-6 and Romans 8:31. • Speak faith: align your words with Mark 11:23 instead of rehearsing fear. • Obey what you already know; obedience positions you for divine help (John 14:21). • Replace worry with thankful prayer—Philippians 4:6-7 guards the heart. • Recall personal testimonies of God’s deliverance; remembrance fuels confidence (Psalm 103:2). Verses to Keep Close • Psalm 37:5 — “Commit your way to the LORD; trust in Him, and He will do it.” • Isaiah 43:16 — “Thus says the LORD, who makes a way in the sea and a path through raging waters.” • Ephesians 3:20 — “Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine…” Key Takeaway The women of Mark 16 came expecting an immovable stone; they found an open door. Every obstacle on our journey is just as subject to God’s sovereign hand. Trust Him, move forward in obedience, and watch Him roll the stones away. |
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