Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. The very nature of faith is we do not see heaven yet. It is hope that we will surely obtain it and certainty that we are going to see what we are hoping for. This teaches you that there is nothing to prove.
When people ask you to prove your faith, the only proof you can ever show is working as it already happened. You show your faith by working it out in the hope that our life is based on the faith we do not see.
If a Christian avoids any works to evidence his faith, it is futile. Why, because if we do not behave the way we believe and hope, then we are like the rest of the word which does not have hope.
Despair proves you have no hope, but aspiration, anticipation and living in it proves that you have hope. It is difficult explain faith, though each person deep inside knows whether you have hope or despair. So James in his book says that you have to prove it by your actions.
Actions are so important to what we believe. If we do not act out our belief in the way we live, then it is a lie to say we believe. If you encounter a problem and then give up and cry, we deny in our action the very hope that God is there and willing to help us with this problem.
Problems are there as opportunities to prove to others what we believe. When the problem threatens you, and you are desperate and frustrated, then you say with boldness that your faith will prevail.
God is there to help you in every situation ad peril. This is what catches the unbelieving world. Faith is challenge in the face of peril and hopelessness. We, as Christian must be able to say God is not only faithful, but he also saves. If he does not then I leave it to the decision of the Almighty in this situation to rule over my understanding and give to accept his rule.
Robert Fenn is a pastor, preacher, mentor and bible teacher for over 40 years. His writings reflect his personal daily walk, struggles, victories and failures. He loves to share God’s unfailing love, protection and guidance to others throughout his life.
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