352. Hostage Fail

Episode Summary

In this first installment of Faith Fails Friday, Rob shares one of his most unforgettable—and cringe-worthy—moments from early ministry life. During a special visitor day in the summer of 1991, something completely unexpected happened in the middle of Rob’s sermon… and the result was a story he’s never forgotten.

Rob opens up about the moment, the chaos that followed, what people thought was happening, and the surprising backstory behind it all. It’s an honest look at one of his biggest “faith fails” and a reminder that even in our most awkward or imperfect moments, God is still working.

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What You’ll Hear in This Episode

• Rob’s introduction to the new Faith Fails Friday series

• The unforgettable moment when a man stood up mid-sermon during a special visitor day

• Why some people thought the incident was staged

• Pam’s reaction (including the “No smoking!” moment)

• Why Rob’s friend Paul was mortified watching it unfold

• The full, unexpected backstory behind the incident

• How this experience reminded Rob of 2 Timothy 4:5 and the call to “keep your head in all situations”

• Why faith fails can become powerful spiritual lessons

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Key Scripture

2 Timothy 4:5 — “But you, keep your head in all situations, endure hardship, do the work of an evangelist, discharge all the duties of your ministry.”

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