Awakening Our Faith


In our everyday lives, we face many tough situations that can make us feel unsure and hopeless. It could be worries about money, problems in our relationships, or dealing with sickness or loss. Proverbs 13:12 reminds us, “Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a longing fulfilled is a tree of life.” In times when our hopes seem distant, this verse acknowledges the ache within our hearts. Yet, it also points us toward the promise of fulfillment—a promise rooted in faith. 


Let’s look at some important points about how faith can help us through tough times.


1. Trusting God with our worries: When we're stressed about finances or our jobs, we can remember that God promises to take care of us. Just like he looks after the birds and flowers, he’ll look after us too. So, we can trust him to provide for our needs and give us peace in uncertain times. (Matthew 6:26: "Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?")


2. Forgiving others: In our relationships, we might face arguments or hurt feelings. But God tells us to be kind and forgive others, just as he forgives us. When we choose to forgive, we can mend broken relationships and bring back love and trust. (Ephesians 4:32: "Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.")


3. Finding comfort in God’s presence: When we’re going through tough times like illness or loss, we might feel alone and scared. But God promises to be with us, giving us strength and support. So, we can find peace knowing that he’s always there, holding us up with his love. (Isaiah 41:10: "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.")


In Romans 15:13, the apostle Paul offers words of encouragement, declaring, “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” Here, we find solace in the assurance that our faith in God can bring about an abundance of joy, peace, and hope, even in the midst of adversity.


Moreover, Hebrews 11:1 reminds us of the essence of faith, stating, “Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.” Faith transcends the tangible, allowing us to hold steadfast to our beliefs even when the path ahead appears unclear.


In times of uncertainty, let us draw inspiration from the words of Jesus in Matthew 17:20, who said, “Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.” This profound statement reminds us of the transformative power of even the smallest seed of faith—a power that can move mountains and overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles.


In our daily struggles, let’s remember that our faith can bring us hope and strength that will enable us to overcome any challenge that comes our way. Let’s hold onto our faith and lean on God’s promises, knowing that he’s always there to guide and help us. 



In conclusion, may we be reminded that our faith has the power to awaken hope within us, even in the darkest of times. Let us nurture this faith, allowing it to grow and flourish, so that we may experience the fullness of joy, peace, and hope that God offers us. As we journey forward, may our hearts be filled with unwavering faith, knowing that with God, all things are possible.


Stay blessed and rapturable!


Fleury

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