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Frequently we associate faith with a feeling, an invisible force that seems to be leading you to a destination that you may or may not know. Faith is often thought of as something we have a belief in or someone we trust. But in the Scriptures, faith is more than a passive possession, it’s a firm confidence that results in action. In the bible every mention of faith is followed by an action. Noah built an Ark in a land where it had never rained, because of his faith. Abraham placed his only son, Isaac on and alter to be sacrificed, because of he had faith in God. The Israelites marched around the walls of Jericho once a day for six days, with priests blowing trumpets. On the seventh day, they marched around seven times, blew their trumpets, and shouted, because they had faith in God's Divine instruction and the walls of Jericho crumbled!
Hebrews 11: 1-3 ESV Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. For by it the people of old received their commendation. By faith we understand that the universe was created by the word of God, so that what is seen was not made out of things that are visible.
There is a song by Hillsong United that speaks of faith. The lyrics of the song go like this: Spirit lead me where my trust is without borders. Let me walk upon the waters. Wherever You would call me. Take me deeper than my feet could ever wander. And my faith will be made stronger. In the presence of my Savior... I don't know about you, but there are often places I would not choose to go if it were not for my faith in God. Do you have complete faith and trust in God, even when He calls you into situations that are unknown and intimidating? Instead of sitting back, believers should count on God’s promises and act accordingly The book of Hebrews is often called the, “Hall of Faith.” Hebrews highlights numerous men and women of faith, primarily in chapter 11, figures like Abel, Enoch, Noah, Abraham, Sarah, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph, and Moses, it also mentions others such as Rahab, Gideon, and Samson. The Lord accomplished amazing feats through their lives when they believed Him and acted in obedience. Like a muscle, faith grows the more we put it into action. In this way, believers strengthen their trust in God and His promises.
Mark 11: 22-24 ESV And Jesus answered them, “Have faith in God. Truly, I say to you, whoever says to this mountain, ‘Be taken up and thrown into the sea,’ and does not doubt in his heart, but believes that what he says will come to pass, it will be done for him. Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours."
You may be experiencing mountains in your life right now. You may be juggling work, school, family or dealing with a personal trial. Whatever the mountain it is that you are facing at this time in your life, you must do your best and keep the faith knowing that all things do come to pass. Do you have a faith that can move mountains? True mountain-moving faith isn't about the strength of the individual, but about the power of God working through a surrendered heart. It involves trusting God's power over your circumstances, praying with the assurance that nothing is impossible for Him, and acting in obedience to His will. Are you acting on your faith in God and His Word? When you see a command or warning in Scripture, do you obey it? Are you letting biblical truths about God’s character and power shape your thinking and responses? Be grateful for the difficult mountain that God has placed in your life, for it is giving you the opportunity to rely on God. Place your faith in Him, then to respond or act in a way that brings Glory to God!
