FaithQuest Perspectives
FaithQuest Perspectives
P132_041825 Rom. 8:22,23 The World Is Upside Down. Faith Is The Right Way Up
P132_041825 Rom. 8:22,23 The World Is Upside Down. Faith Is The Right Way Up
P132_041825 Rom. 8:22,23 The World Is Upside Down. Faith Is The Right Way Up
Friday 18th April 2025
Colin Cook explores Romans 8:22-23, revealing how faith transforms our view of suffering into signs of hope and anticipation for a new creation.
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Episode Overview
- Faith reveals a reverse order of the world's chaos.
- Suffering and catastrophes are likened to birth pangs, indicating new creation.
- Our groaning is a sign of hope and anticipation, not despair.
- Faith challenges logical thinking, offering a different perspective on disasters.
- The Kingdom of Christ brings ultimate joy and liberation.
The chaos and mess which seem disastrous are actually groanings like a woman in childbirth - about to give birth.
In this episode of 'How it Happens with Colin Cook', Colin takes a deep dive into the fascinating concept of faith as seen through the lens of Romans 8:22-23. He explores how the Gospel presents a reverse order of what we perceive in the world, using vivid examples from nature and human experience. Colin explains that the chaos and catastrophes we witness are akin to birth pangs, indicating the imminent arrival of a new creation and the Kingdom of Christ.
This perspective transforms our understanding of suffering and struggles, suggesting they are signs of hope and anticipation rather than despair. Colin passionately discusses how faith flips our logical thinking, encouraging us to see disasters not as endings but as preludes to something glorious. His reflections on the groaning of creation and humanity offer a comforting and hopeful message, suggesting that our current pains are temporary and will lead to ultimate joy and liberation.
With a mix of theological insights and personal anecdotes, Colin provides a compelling narrative that challenges listeners to rethink their approach to life's difficulties through the transformative power of faith.