About this episode
What happens when you hit rock bottom, feel alone, and ask God “Why?” In this episode, Pastors Joby Martin, Matt Carter, and Jonathan Vinke reflect on Elijah’s encounter with God in 1 Kings 19. Together they explore waiting in seasons of silence, God’s patience with prodigals, and how the Lord restores weary hearts not with explanations but with His presence. Where might God be whispering to you right now? 📣 Episode Mentions: Scripture Passage: 1 Kings 19:8-13 Hosts: Pastors Joby Martin, Matt Carter, and Jonathan Vinke 📌 Supplemental Resources From This Week: From Broken Dreams to Deeper Faith - Chloe’s Story Still Small Voice - Elijah: Wk 7 Elijah Sermon Series 🎙️ What We Discuss: 00:00 - Welcome & Opening Conversation 00:31 - The Dark Night of the Soul 03:48 - Drifting When You Leave the Word 08:33 - Waiting on the Lord in Seasons of Silence 09:57 - What Running from God Really Looks Like 13:31 - Can You Lose Your Salvation? 16:18 - Encouragement for Parents of Prodigals 18:10 - When the Gospel Confronts Our Idols 21:13 - God’s Tender Question in the Cave 23:17 - The Law, the Prophets, and the Gospel Fulfilled 25:16 - It’s Not How You Start, But How You Finish 28:30 - Parenting Toward Relationship, Not Compliance 34:34 - Discipline, Grace, and Letting Consequences Teach 37:34 - Fear Distorts Reality 39:16 - When We Ask: God, Why? 43:05 - The Kindness of God Leads to Repentance 48:30 - Hearing God in the Whisper 53:36 - From Cave to Commission: Restored by His Presence 56:11 - Purpose, Calling, and Leadership 1:00:33 - God’s Grace Keeps Us in the Fight 01:04:20 - Closing Prayer About The Church of Eleven22 The Church of Eleven22® is a movement for all people to discover and deepen a relationship with Jesus Christ. Eleven22 is led by Pastor Joby Martin and based in Jacksonville, Florida, with multiple campuses throughout Jacksonville and the surrounding areas. To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: http://coe22.com/donate