What do we do in the waiting, especially when the waiting feels dark, lonely, or uncertain? In this episode, we revisit the story of Exodus, where Moses is with God on the mountain while the Israelites wait below, unsure of his return. In their discomfort and doubt, they turn to Aaron and ask for something to worship, ultimately creating the golden calf.
Through this story, we explore how easily our own seasons of waiting can push us toward impatience, anxiety, and misplaced trust. When answers don’t come quickly, we may be tempted to fill the silence with substitutes — chasing validation, control, pleasure, or distractions instead of trusting God’s timing.
This episode is an invitation to resist the urge to create modern-day idols and instead choose the posture of Moses: seeking God first, even in the unknown.