March 26, 2007

WHAT IS FAITH?

Read Hebrews Chapter 11

“To have faith is to be sure of the things we hope for, to be certain of the things we cannot see.” Hebrews 11:1

What a gift to be sure of things we hope for and certain of things we cannot see. How do we as Christians manifest that surety and certainty? How do we experience our faith? The following is a partial list. I encourage you to think of other signs of our faith.

Faith enables us to live life without being consumed by fears.
Faith gives us confidence to live each day and to face an unknown future.
Faith is trusting God in his providence to take care of us.
Faith is being unafraid to die.
Faith is hope for tomorrow.
Faith gives us a reason for living and joy in living because we are in God’s hands.
Faith frees us to accept our limitations and expect God’s miracles.
Faith gives us a path of purpose and destiny.
Faith enables us to take control our lives by allowing God to direct our path.
Faith is a beacon of light in a dark world.
Faith is relying on God’s promises.
Faith is strength to face life’s challenges with God as our partner.
Faith is living a life that is pleasing to God.
Faith is experiencing God’s grace and forgiveness and extending it to others.
Faith enables us to put life into perspective when we are overwhelmed by things.
Faith helps us discern the will of God so we know what he requires of us.

Prayer:
Father you have given us the gift of faith. Grant that we live a life that gives evidence of that faith. Help us in life’s pilgrimage to trust in you and to grow in that faith.

Pat Deck