PV Bible Alive

Genesis 15 - 16

Bruce Hays Season 5 Episode 11

When is it okay to doubt?  The Bible characterizes those who doubt as being tossed about by the waves of the sea.  Jesus chastens Peter because of his doubt.  But in chapters 15 and 16 of Genesis, Abram seems to be doubting the promises of God.  But instead of chastening Abram, God encourages him.  Why? How was Abram's doubt "okay" in these chapters?  And when is it not "okay?"