Faith that Moves Mountains

“Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.”

Hebrews 11:1.

Faith is the cornerstone of our walk with God. It is the assurance that, despite our present circumstances, God is in control and His plans for us are good. Faith is believing in His promises, even when they seem distant or impossible to achieve.

Consider the story of Abraham, who believed God’s promise that he would become the father of many nations despite his old age and Sarah’s barrenness. His unwavering faith was credited to him as righteousness. Abraham’s story reminds us that faith is trusting God’s timing and His ways, even when they don’t align with our understanding.

Application:

1. Trust in God’s Plan: Just as Abraham trusted God, we are called to trust in God’s plan for our lives. Even when we face trials and uncertainties, we can have faith that God is working all things for our good.

2. Pray with Confidence: Our faith is strengthened through prayer. When we come to God with our worries and desires, we do so with the confidence that He hears us and will answer according to His will.

3. Act on Your Faith: Faith is not passive; it requires action. Just as Abraham set out for a land he did not know, we must step out in faith, trusting that God will guide our steps.

4. Encourage Others: Share your faith journey with others. Your testimony can be a source of encouragement and strength to those around you.

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, we thank You for the gift of faith. Help us to trust in Your plan, even when we cannot see the way forward. Strengthen our hearts and minds so that we may walk confidently in Your promises. Teach us to act on our faith and to be a light to those around us. In Jesus’ name, we pray.

Amen.