Faith

"How can I have hope when my eyes show me that the problem I'm in looks utterly hopeless?" Almost too often, this is the question we throw back at friends or family who try to encourage us during times of problems or pain. "It's going to be alright" or "Things will get better" are the comments we would hear from the people who care about us. But how much of these statements do we actually take in; pause in our need to complain, and actually digest what those encouraging statements mean?

When we look at the Word of God, going through life is as simple as ABC, no fantastic steps to follow, no complicated principles to implement. All it takes is faith. Faith in the Father who birthed you into this world, faith that His promises are true. Jesus said, "If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer" (Matt 21:22). This verse speaks so much of love, hope and encouragement. If Jesus said that your prayers will be answered, why not take Him at His Word? We've seen so many miracles and answered prayers happening in other people's lives, why not in ours?

We can never be free from problems or trials; but, God enables us to have a problem-proof life. Faith propels us to soar forward with a heart free from bitterness or spite. Faith enables us to see ourselves in the future, prosperous and living a good life for the Lord. Our human eyes will never see the big picture, only God can do that. Faith gives us the confidence to face everything in this world, knowing that God will always back us up. Next time you're faced with a hurdle, leap over the other side - God is there to catch you.. just have, FAITH.

Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see (Heb. 11:1).

We live by faith, not by sight. 2 cor 5:7