Asking Good Questions?

In Genesis 15 God makes some significant promises to Abraham about his future and about the blessings of following Him. Through God's work and promise Abraham questions God. He is not condemned for questions, but instead he is reassured. Through this reassurance he grows in faith and trust.
A significant lesson to gain from this section of Old Testament narrative is the beauty of asking questions. Jesus often taught valuable lessons asking questions.
My encouragement to you today is to ask questions. Ask questions of one another. Ask questions of me. Ask questions in prayer. Ask questions of neighbors, friends, and relatives.
The absolute key to fruitful and healthy missional ministry is transparent and incarnational living. In order for this to take place there must be an avenue for asking and answering good questions. The interesting thing about a regular church worship service is that often looks more like a presentation than a conversation. I love worship, and as a pastor it's great because I usually get to do all the talking. But where are your voices? How are they heard? What are your questions? What do you hope for? What are your fears? Help me ask good questions and let me hear yours.
Let us stand together and ask questions and hope for the promises of faith that Abraham received, "Fear not Abram, I am your sheild; your reward shall be very great."