“The fundamental fact of existence is that this trust in God, this faith, is the firm foundation under everything that makes life worth living. It’s our handle on what we can’t see.” – Hebrews 11:1
“Before you trust, you have to listen. But unless Christ’s Word is preached, there’s nothing to listen to.” – Romans 10:17
“Jesus said, “So, you believe because you’ve seen with your own eyes. Even better blessings are in store for those who believe without seeing.” – John 20:29
Faith is believing in the One True God without seeing Him. Augustine said, ‘It’s to believe what you don’t see, with the result that you see what you can hardly believe.”
The only way we can get to know God is to spend time with Him and His Word – this way the seed of faith is planted in your heart by the Holy Spirit. Without faith, we have no standing and relationship with God and it is impossible to do His will. God wants you to trust Him fully and believe in His love.
Paul says in Ephesians 2:8-9 that faith is a gift from God, not because we deserve it. It’s not of us; it comes from God. Ultimately, our faith makes us strong to the end, because we know, by faith, that one day we will be with God forever in heaven.
WHAT IS CERTAINTY OF FAITH?
Prayer: Lord, please plant the seed of faith in my heart today. Help me to get to know You better so I will put my trust in You, and without a doubt fully believe in You. Amen.
Challenge: Spend time with God and His Word and get to know Him so you can trust Him.
