“Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.”
Hebrews 11:1
Have you ever wished you could see into the future?
To know for sure that everything will work out?
While faith doesn’t give you a crystal ball, it offers something far better – confidence in God’s promises even when you can’t see the outcome.
Understanding Real Faith
What Faith Is Not
- Blind optimism
- Wishful thinking
- Ignoring reality
- Emotional feelings
What Faith Is
- Confidence based on God’s character
- Trust in His promises
- Assurance despite circumstances
- Acting on what God says
Faith in Daily Life
Think about sitting in a chair. You don’t usually test it first – you simply trust it will hold you.
Faith in God should be even more natural, because He’s far more reliable than any chair.
Examples of Living Faith
- Praying for healing while following medical advice
- Giving generously when finances are tight
- Being kind to difficult people
- Taking steps forward in uncertainty
When Faith Feels Hard
Everyone faces times when faith feels like a struggle. You’re not alone if you:
- Question what you can’t see
- Wonder if God hears you
- Feel uncertain about His timing
- Struggle to trust His plan
Building Stronger Faith
Practical Steps
- Remember God’s past faithfulness
- Focus on His character
- Surround yourself with faith-filled people
- Keep moving forward in small steps
Making Faith Personal
Ask yourself:
- What am I hoping for right now?
- Where do I need to trust God more?
- What promise of His can I stand on?
Walking It Out
Faith isn’t just for Sunday mornings. It’s for:
- Monday work meetings
- Wednesday family challenges
- Friday financial decisions
- Every moment in between
Prayer for Growing Faith
“Lord, help my faith become more real each day. When I can’t see the way forward, help me trust Your character and promises. Turn my hopes into confidence and my questions into assurance. Amen.”
Faith in Action
Choose one area today where you need to exercise faith:
- A relationship that needs restoration
- A decision you’re facing
- A dream that seems impossible
- A situation that needs God’s intervention
Remember, faith isn’t about feeling certain – it’s about being certain of God when you don’t feel it.
Your Faith Journey
Start with one small step of faith today. Maybe it’s:
- Thanking God before you see the answer
- Taking action on what He’s told you
- Trusting His timing instead of forcing yours
- Believing His promises over your fears
What unseen reality are you choosing to believe in today?
Remember, every hero of faith started with a single step. Your journey of faith matters to God, and He’s with you in every unseen moment.
What’s the next step of faith He’s asking you to take?
Upside Down: 15 Week Bible Study
You Have Been Seated with Christ in the Heavenly Realms
God’s great hope for us is not simply the forgiveness of sins and a place in heaven when we die; but rather, He wants us totally restored, in heart, mind and soul . . . NOW!
As we enter into this amazing adventure with God, we soon recognize that we are a part of something tremendous, something that is beyond our earthy perspective, and we are transported into the heavens with Christ; we live, breathe, and find our being in Him!
This Bible study will help you rediscover how it all began, what happened in the Garden of Eden, who is the Devil really, and what is he up to today.
- Head into the heavenly realms and discover profound truths concerning your relationship with God, and His incredible plan for you.
- Search your heart, preparing for a fresh baptism of the Holy Spirit. In this study, you will enter into God’s armory, suiting up with the whole armor of God.
- Discover the Keys to the Kingdom given to you, and learn what they unlock; discovering your true nature in Christ, the authority given, the Sword of the Spirit, the covering armor, and the mission ahead, you will truly learn to pray . . . Upside Down!