04-20-2008, 08:38 PM
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The writer of Hebrews makes it clear that faith is a very practical thing., and the best way to grow in faith is to walk with the faithful. Christians are called to live by faith, What does faith look like ?
True faith operates quite simply: God speaks and we hear His Word; we trust Him and act on it. Faith is not some " feeling" we manufacture , or "wishful thinking : ". Faith can be summarized in 3 words : substance, evidence, and witness.
Faith is the SUBSTANCE of things hoped for : it means to support , like a foundation is to a house: it gives confidence and assurance that it will stand.
Faith is the EVIDENCE of things not seen; the conviction from God in one's heart, that what He has promised, He will do.
Faith is the WITNESS, a good report; God's divine approval over our lives.
Faith makes it possible for us to understand what God does; see what others cannot see, and do what others cannot do.
Noah's faith who, " when warned about things not yet seen , in holy fear built an ark to save his family." By his faith he condemmed the world and became heir of the righteousness that comes by faith" Heb. 11:7
A LIVING FAITH is what Noah put into action : he separated himself from the world; he walked with God ; and he preached righteousness.
I am asking my self if my faith is as alive as Noah's. ?
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