Faith Isn’t Just Believing
Most people turn to faith after a problem arises. But what if faith wasn’t just for crisis? What if we could live by faith every day, not reactively—but proactively?
June 15, 2025
Most people turn to faith after a problem arises. But what if faith wasn’t just for crisis? What if we could live by faith every day, not reactively—but proactively?
Today, let’s explore what true faith looks like, why belief alone isn’t enough, and how to walk boldly in the faith that overcomes.
Faith Is a Lifestyle, Not a Reaction
We often treat faith like a spare tire—only pulling it out when things go wrong.
Romans 1:17 – “The righteous shall live by faith.”
Not visit it. Not use it occasionally. Live by it.
Faith is the foundation of everything—from how we think to how we respond.
“We’ve not received the spirit of slavery, but of sonship” (Romans 8). A slave reacts to life. A son leads with intention. A son declares, “Today is good not because I feel good—but because God is good.”
Faith ≠ Trust Alone
Most believers say, “I trust God.” But trust is not faith.
Faith = Trust + Action As
James 2:17 puts it: “Faith without works is dead.”
If your belief hasn’t led to steps of obedience, it’s incomplete.
You don’t need more emotion—you need a faith decision.
Stop Letting the “Peanut Brain” Lead
One of the biggest enemies of faith? Your own logic.
It was the tree of the knowledge of good and evil that separated Adam and Eve from God. Not the tree of evil. The tree of what seemed good.
Faith begins when we stop deciding based on what feels safe or familiar.
God often leads without showing you the full picture—like Abraham.
Faith says, “Even if I don’t know the way, I trust the One who leads.”
Jesus Had Faith—For You
On the cross, Jesus said, “My God, My God, why have You forsaken me?” (Matthew 27:46).
But He ended by saying, “Father, into Your hands I commit my spirit.”
He trusted even when He couldn’t see.
You are saved not just by your faith, but by Jesus’ faith on the cross.
What Real Faith Produces (7 Biblical Results)
Let’s look at Hebrews 11—the “Faith Hall of Fame.”
Here are 7 things faith does in your life:
1. Faith Makes You Immortal (Legacy)
“Though he died, he still speaks” (Hebrews 11:4).
One faith-filled action can outlive you for generations.
2. Faith Brings Salvation
Like Noah building the ark or Rahab hiding the spies, faith can protect and deliver you and your household.
3. Faith Possesses Promises
Abraham entered unknown territory, and Joshua conquered Jericho.
Faith doesn’t just wait—it takes hold of God’s word.
4. Faith Activates Resurrection Power
Sarah conceived in old age. Abraham believed God could raise Isaac.
Faith doesn’t just heal—it resurrects dead things.
5. Faith Speaks Prophetically
Faith declares what God says, not what the world shows.
“We believe, therefore we speak” (2 Corinthians 4:13).
6. Faith Conquers Fear
Moses and his parents defied the king’s orders.
Faith gives courage when fear surrounds you.
7. Faith Endures Persecution
Moses left the palace for mistreatment. Faith chooses purpose over comfort, knowing that with blessing comes resistance.
Stretch Your Faith—Start Small
You don’t have to start by jumping off a cliff (spiritually speaking).
Start in the swimming pool before the ocean.
Just as muscles grow with reps, faith grows with steps.
- Obey God in your giving.
- Speak God’s Word daily.
- Pray consistently.
- Step out in your calling—business, ministry, family.
Every act of faith becomes a seed for breakthrough.
Three Pillars of Growing Faith
Faith Begins by Hearing
Romans 10:17 – “Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the Word of Christ”
Faith Brings Spiritual Understanding
Hebrews 11:3 – “By faith, we understand that the world was framed by the Word of God”
Faith Is Perfected by Obedience
It’s not about understanding everything—it’s about obeying the next step.
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