February 12th, 2024
I came across a quote that said, “Believe in something even if it means sacrificing everything,” by Serena Williams.
Man, that truly embodies faith!
But what if, instead of believing in just “something,” we believed in God?
Imagine reading it as, “Believe in God even if it means sacrificing everything.”
That’s an entirely different perspective, isn’t it? But would you? Would you be willing to sacrifice everything based on faith?
What if we genuinely believed in God’s Word? What if we were fully convinced that He would fulfill His promises? What if we had unwavering faith in God’s identity?
I believe we wouldn’t hesitate to sacrifice everything.
Consider Abraham. His faith in God was so profound that when asked to sacrifice his own son, Isaac, he was prepared to do so.
Moreover, in Genesis 12, God instructed Abraham to leave everything behind—his country, and his family—to journey to a place yet undisclosed, and Abraham obeyed.
Have you ever pondered the moments recorded in the New Testament? The crowds who traveled miles on foot just to see Jesus, to receive healing, or to hear Him speak? THAT’S faith! Their trust rested solely on what they had heard.
Hebrews 11:1 is a Bible verse I believe should be a cornerstone in every Christian’s life.
It reads, “Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.” (Hebrews 11:1 NKJV)
Faith is NOW! It demands action without delay.
You won’t need faith once you reach heaven. Your life on earth can either overflow with faith or be consumed by fear. The choice is yours.
To unlock your faith, you must first hear. Faith is cultivated by hearing the Word of God. Once developed, you must trust in His Word and rely on it.
Then, faith requires action, and that action is obedience.
This week, I encourage you to begin by listening, trusting, and obeying God’s Word. Witness how your faith blossoms and gains momentum in your spiritual journey!
