“Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. Hebrews 11:1”
Faith is not the belief that God will do what you want. Faith is the belief that God will do what is right!
The way I read Jesus’ words in Matthew 5:6 is like this: “Blessed are the dirt-poor, nothing-to-give, trapped-in-a-corner, destitute, and diseased—for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”
God’s economy is upside down. God says the more hopeless your circumstances, the more likely your salvation. The greater your cares, the more genuine your prayers. The darker the room, the greater the need for light! Not too complicated, is it?
Faith isn’t a mystical experience or a midnight vision or a voice in the forest. It’s a choice—a choice to believe that the one who made it all hasn’t left it all!
Here’s another great definition of faith: A conviction that he can and a hope that he will!...
Max Lucado certainly has a way with words :)
Every day after posting my Bible Study I look up what Max has to say that day....it is amazing how many times the Holy Spirit has used him to confirm what He has shown me. What a wonderful God we serve!
