# "When God Asks a Question: Why Your Answer Matters" | Pastor Bobby Chandler

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Podcast: [Authentic Church with Pastor Bobby Chandler](https://stenobird.com/podcast/authentic-church-with-pastor-bobby-chandler-4255935)
Published: 2026-01-12T02:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/authenticchurch/episodes/When-God-Asks-a-Question-Why-Your-Answer-Matters--Pastor-Bobby-Chandler-e3dg60a
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Duration seconds: 2923

## Resource

When God asks a question, it’s never because He needs an answer—it’s because we do.In this message, we look at the powerful moments in Scripture when God asks questions that reveal the true condition of the human heart. From Solomon’s defining encounter with God to the first questions asked in the Garden of Eden, we discover that God’s questions are invitations—into surrender, repentance, wisdom, and intimacy. This sermon challenges us to examine: What we truly desire when God says, “Ask, and I will give.” How small compromises slowly drift our hearts away from God Why obedience creates clarity—and convenience creates distance The difference between worldly intelligence and godly wisdom How surrender positions us to actually hear God’s voice If you’ve been asking God for relief, direction, or clarity, this message will help you shift your prayers toward wisdom—and align your heart with what God treasures most. Authentic Church 2416 N Center St Hickory, NC 28601 (Beside Planet Fitness) GIVING To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://authenticchurch.com/give GET CONNECTED Ready to check out Authentic Church in person? We can't wait to meet you in person. Simply fill out the form below and we'll make sure to give you the VIP treatment upon your first visit. https://authenticchurch.com/plan-a-visit ABOUT AUTHENTIC CHURCH Authentic Church exists so that people will have an authentic encounter with God, be set free, and grow in Christ. Our mission is to help each person at Authentic believe in Jesus, belong to family, inspire true worship, walk in God's Spirit, and build the kingdom of God.

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