I Believe

Faith has always been the access to the heart of God. In Hebrews 11 the author commends many people for their faith beginning with Abel and then tracing it throughout the Old Testament. The Law was given in a time of Israel to give them direction and understanding of God but unless there was faith the Law could not save. It was all about Faith and it still is all about Faith in a God who hears and acts for a people who will put their trust in God. Jesus said in Mark 11:22 "Have faith in God" and then in verse 24 said "Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours." This type of faith is not hoping for the best but it is a confidence in God that He will be the God who keeps His word and promises, the God who has shown Himself faithful throughout all generations. This confidence does not dictate to God what to do and when to do it but stands upon His word and believes for the impossible to become possible in the power of the Spirit. Jesus also said to Martha right before He raised Lazarus from the dead in John 11:40 "Did I not tell you that if you believed, you would see the glory of God." We may receive many great blessings when God answers our prayers when we believe in God but all honor and glory is His. Seeing the activity of God in our midst ought to be reflected in bragging on Daddy when He does what only He can do. Let us speak of His wonderful works when He does answer our prayers.
Have faith in God. Trust and obey for there is no better way.
May God increase your faith as you continue to believe in God for your need.

Pastor John