Road Trip: Lets Get Moving

Pastor Brad

June 1, 2025

Main Idea

The core message centered around the idea that our faith journey is like a road trip—we're not meant to stay in one place spiritually. Pastor Ric highlighted that God leads us through temporary places to strengthen and grow us, and stopping prematurely can hinder the fulfillment of God’s promises. Trusting God enough to take the next step, even when it doesn’t make sense, is critical. Whether it’s letting go of comfort, taking risks, or stepping out in faith, the message called us to shift from spiritual neutral or reverse and begin actively pursuing God’s direction in our lives.

Scripture References

Exodus 14:11 13-16 21, Matthew 16:24, Joshua 21:45

What does it look like to be 'parked' spiritually, and how can we recognize when we’re stuck?

Why is trust essential when God calls us to move forward, especially through uncertainty?

Discussion Questions:

How can we differentiate between waiting on God and needing to take initiative ourselves?

What steps are you personally avoiding that God may be calling you to take?

What does it mean that we’re on an assignment and not just a road trip?

Summary

In Pastor Ric Rodriquez’s message 'Road Trip: Let's Get Moving,' we were reminded that remaining stagnant in a place God only meant for us to pass through is a dangerous decision. Drawing from Exodus 14, Pastor Ric illustrated how the Israelites had to trust God and move forward even in the face of fear and uncertainty. He emphasized that movement requires trust, and often we are waiting on God while He’s actually waiting on us to take a step of faith. The sermon challenged us to stop living in park, not to go in reverse, and instead press forward, because our journey has a purpose. With each point, Pastor Ric encouraged us to trust God not just with our words but with our actions and steps.