Dealing With Our Doubts

Moving from Self-Centered Doubt to God-Centered Faith

"Hezekiah had asked Isaiah, 'What will be the sign that the LORD will heal me and that I will go up to the temple of the LORD on the third day from now?'" - 2 Kings 20:8 (NIV)

Have you ever heard something that was just too good to be true? What is your instant reaction? Mine is always skepticism fueled with doubt.

Doubt is a universal human emotion. We've all experienced doubts about ourselves, loved ones, circumstances and probably even doubts about God. Our chapter today covers the doubt King Hezekiah had about God.

In this chapter we see a pivotal point in the life and reign of King Hezekiah: A king who started well would crumble and lose faith in the God who had proved Himself so faithful.

Self-Centered vs. Faith-Centered Prayer

There is a certain subtly in Hezekiah's prayer that's important to note: It was self-centered, not faith-centered, unlike his prayer in 2 Kings 19:15-19. This subtle but distinct shift of perspective leaves room for doubt. It isn't wrong for Hezekiah to cry ou…