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What If You’re Not Being Honest With God
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What if our biggest barrier with God isn’t sin, but politeness?
In this episode, John Ortberg explores a surprising truth from Scripture: God isn’t looking for polished prayers. He’s inviting honest relationship. Through the story of Job, we discover something shocking:
Job rages. Questions God. Speaks words that feel almost dangerous. And yet—God says Job spoke what is right. Why? Because honesty draws us closer to God while polite distance keeps Him far away.
Even Jesus cried out on the cross: “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?”
So if you’ve ever felt:
confused
disappointed
hurt
unsure what God is doing
You’re not alone, and you don’t have to hide it.
Today’s invitation is simple: Be real with God.
Because the path to deeper faith isn’t pretending—it’s honesty.
📚 Today's Resources:
Ellen F. Davis, Getting Involved with God
Eleonore Stump, Wandering in Darkness
Joseph Stein, Fiddler on the Roof
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