What if you didn’t have to get it all right to keep moving forward?
In this message, we close the Hands Free series by sitting with a truth that many of us desperately need but rarely slow down enough to trust. Following Jesus does not mean walking perfectly. It means walking securely. When decisions feel heavy, clarity feels partial, and the fear of messing it up starts to creep in, the real question is not whether your grip is strong enough. The question is whose hand is holding you.
We’ll explore what makes it possible to live with open hands instead of white knuckles. We look at why falling does not end the journey, why confusion does not break connection, and why no detour is final when God is still leading. This message reframes discernment, failure, and waiting through the lens of a Father who stays close, holds steady, and does not panic when we wobble.
As this series comes to a close, the focus begins to shift. We move from watching our steps to paying attention to the One walking with us. That transition sets the stage for what comes next as we prepare to enter a new series focused on Jesus as both Redeemer and Friend. The same hand that holds us through uncertainty is also the hand that invites us into relationship.
If you missed the live service or want to reflect further, you can watch the full message above anytime after. We’ve also included discussion questions to dig deeper into the message and a handout with fill-ins to guide your reflection. You can find the handout by clicking the “Download” button above. Whether you watch this on your own or share it with your small group, we hope this message encourages you.
Discussion Questions
- How does the idea of being Hands Held change the way you think about decision-making and discernment right now?
- Where do you notice yourself slipping into a performance mindset with God rather than a relational one?
- What fears tend to surface when you think about letting go of control or living more hands free?
- How do you usually interpret seasons of confusion or lack of clarity – as distance from God or as part of the journey?
- What does it look like for you to keep walking when you do not feel confident about the next step?
- In what ways might shame from past decisions still be shaping how you see your future with God?
- How does the picture of God as a steady Father differ from how you have experienced authority or leadership in your own life?
- What would change in your daily life if you truly believed that falling does not end the journey?
- How can grace move you toward responsibility and growth rather than passivity or avoidance?
- What might it look like this week to loosen your grip and trust the One who is holding you?
