Rev. E. Anderson
FAITH
Hebrews 11; 10: 35
Faith is a keyword in the Bible and is a master-factor in the outworking of a positive and powerful relationship with God. It is stated and emphasized that “without faith at is impossible to please Him” – Hebrew 11: 6.This being the case, then it is imperative to have it as a possession and to see it fully evidence in practice in securing God’s favour and of knowing a dynamic relationship with Him.
It has been expressed in meaning in a number of ways and is highlighted in the lives of characters that adorn God’s Word as seen in Hebrews 11. It is described as “a strong, unshakeable belief in something especially without proof; a specific system of religious beliefs: the Jewish faith; Christianity: trust in god in His actions and promises etc.” Faith is not simply viewed as a belief but demonstrated in action in a powerful manner.
It is important to have a true faith in God and His Word. When His Word is believed then it is remarkable how an outstanding confidence in God is developed that becomes most rewarding. The Bible seeks to encourage this in all men so that there is true discovery of God and His ways.
In the initial relationship that God sought with man He endeavoured to in-build and develop this principle. In placing them under the command of His Word He was seeking to creatie the fact of mutual trust, the promise of tremendous things lay before them as they believed and carried out His true word in their daily living. They would discover that both He and His Word were inextricable bound and true and could be wholly relied on.
The first thing under attack was their loyalty to both God and His Word. Satan subtlety said: “Hath God said” – Genesis 3: 1. This was casting doubt on God and His Word. This initial thrust served questions which Eve received and became the platform for disobedience and the awful consequences that ensued. The evil one has always persisted in this method and all need to be made wise to this procedure. Many have succumbed to doubt and have missed out on a dynamic union with God that could have yielded immense blessing and results.
The Lord has sought to restore the grounds of trust throughout history having removed all grounds for any unbelief by word and deed. Especially is this is to be known in the gospel of Christ which has become the grounds of a pure and sure faith. Through the revelation of His person, life and work He has left a true record to be believed and applied and as a consequence each one can be possessed by genuine faith similar to Christ’s. .No one must cast away the confidence created by God in and through Him.
“The truly religious man does everything as if everything depended upon himself, and then leaves everything as if everything depended on God.” Parker
PRAYER
Grant me the kind of faith created by you that I must trust you and Word and prove the reality of yourself and truth at all times in my life
