God’s sovereignty is a foundational part of the Christian faith—but it can also raise honest questions. At some point, many of us wonder: If God is in control of everything… do my prayers even matter?

Maybe you’ve been told that God has a plan for all things, and it leaves you wondering what role your prayers actually play. Maybe you’ve prayed for something specific and didn’t see the outcome you hoped for. Or maybe you’re trying to make sense of how God’s will and your requests fit together.

If you’ve ever questioned the purpose of prayer, you’re not alone.

In this episode of Asking for a Friend, Pastor George May and Middle School Director, Joshua Brussel, dive into the tension between God’s sovereignty and human prayer—what Scripture reveals, how prayer shapes our relationship with God, and why it still matters, even when the answers aren’t what we expect.

Hearing God’s voice is something we all long for—but what about the seasons when He seems quiet? What if it doesn’t always feel clear or consistent? At some point, many of us find ourselves asking: Why does God feel silent sometimes? Is He really, or am I just not hearing Him?

Maybe you’ve been praying and don’t sense any response. Maybe you’re waiting for direction, clarity, or comfort—and nothing seems to come. Or maybe you’re unsure what His voice is supposed to sound like in the first place.

In this episode of Asking for a Friend, Worship Associate, Jason Smith, and Director of Women’s Ministries and Guest Services, Liz Rodriguez, explore how to navigate seasons when God feels quiet, what Scripture says about God’s presence, and how to remain anchored in faith even when you’re not hearing what you hoped for.

Growth is a core part of the Christian life—but it doesn’t always feel like progress. At some point, many of us find ourselves asking: Why do I feel stuck in my faith? Shouldn’t I be further along by now?

Maybe you’ve been following Jesus for years but feel like you’re in the same place. Maybe certain struggles keep resurfacing, or your spiritual rhythms feel inconsistent. Or maybe you’re quietly comparing your journey to others and wondering what you’re missing.

If you’ve ever felt stalled or discouraged in your faith, you’re not alone.

In this episode, Pastor David Harrop and Director of Child Discipleship, Kathy Noel, talk honestly about what it means to feel stuck—why it happens, how to recognize growth you might be overlooking, and how to keep moving forward with grace, even when progress feels slow.