S2E3: Will You Follow God Wherever He Leads, Even if it Costs You Something?

What does it really look like to follow Jesus on the “narrow road”? In this honest and deeply practical conversation, Pastor Lucinda Dooley shares the wrestles, refinement, and surrender that come with choosing a road less traveled. Through Matthew 7:13–14, this episode explores how God uses uncertainty, opposition, and excavation seasons to form us into people who flourish with Him. ✨ Key Themes Trusting God in the unknown Living outside your comfort zone Spiritual opposition and fighting for faith Consecration and living set apart Staying planted in church community Abundant life through surrender to Jesus 📖 Scripture References Matthew 7:13–14 — The narrow and wide roads John 14:6 — “I am the way” John 10:10 — Life abundantly Proverbs 4:23 — “Guard your heart” 1 Timothy 6:12 — “Fight the good fight of faith” 1 Peter 5:8 — The enemy like a roaring lion Psalm 1 — Planted by streams of water Deuteronomy 30:19 — “Choose life” 1 Timothy 4:12 — Be an example in life and purity Nehemiah — Perseverance amidst opposition 💬 Quotes “The unknown road requires complete trust and complete obedience.” “If you’re living outside your comfort zone, it will often be a wrestle.” “The deeper the work, the stronger the building.” “If you lose your life, you’re really going to find life.” 🚶 Next Steps Ask God where He may be calling you into greater surrender or trust. Journal areas where fear, insecurity, or disappointment may be affecting your heart. Read Matthew 5–7 and reflect on Jesus’ teachings from the Sermon on the Mount. 🔗 Links / CTA Learn more about Hillsong Australia: hillsong.com/Australia Podcast: Hillsong Australia Podcast (available on all major platforms) If this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend and start a conversation about what it means to follow Jesus on the narrow road.