What would your life look like if you trusted God even when the path ahead wasn’t clear? Listen as Pastor John Weiand explores the story of Joseph and discover how quiet obedience, rooted in identity and grace, can shape a faithful life—even in uncertain moments.
Joseph - A Story of Trust
December 14, 2025 | Pastor John Weiand
Joseph - A Story of Trust
Matthew 1:18-25
Pastor John Weiand
December 14, 2025
In the Christmas story, God entrusted this greatest gift to two ordinary people: Mary and Joseph. While Mary often receives the spotlight, Joseph quietly models deep trust, obedience, and grace.
Discipleship and obedience flow from identity, not effort.
Joseph obeyed God not to become righteous, but because he already was righteous through God’s grace.
God’s Grace: The Foundation
Read: Ephesians 2:1–10
We don’t work for approval—we work from approval.
Trust That Bears Fruit
Read: Jeremiah 17:7–10
While grace saves us, our actions still carry consequences and rewards.
Joseph's Righteous Obedience: No Hesitation
God spoke to Joseph four different times through dreams, and Joseph responded with immediate action.
- (Matthew 1:20-24): Told not to be afraid to take Mary as his wife. Joseph "awoke from his sleep, and did as the angel of the Lord commanded him".
- (Matthew 2:13-14): Told to flee to Egypt. Joseph "got up and took the child and his mother while it was still night and left for Egypt".
- (Matthew 2:19-21): Told to return to Israel. Joseph "got up. He took the child and his mother and came into the land of Israel".
In each command, Joseph showed no hesitation.
- “We are more sinful than we ever dared believe, and more loved than we ever dared hope.”
-Tim Keller
- "The issue is not whether God is speaking, but whether we are listening.”
-Alistair Begg
- “God is not interested in making us comfortable. He is interested in making us holy."
-Rich Mullins
Joseph’s story reminds us that obedience flows from identity. We don’t obey to earn God’s love—we obey because we already have it. As you move through this week, listen closely, trust deeply, and take the next faithful step God places before you.
