The Mandate Daily Devotional: Faith is Everything
Main Bible Text: Romans 10:17 – “So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.”
Faith is not just a religious concept; it’s a powerful force that shapes our lives. Romans 10:17 reveals that faith comes by hearing the word of God. But what exactly can faith do for us? Let’s explore the benefits of faith and how we can develop it in our lives.
Benefits of Faith:
- Brings Salvation: Ephesians 2:8-9 emphasizes that by grace, through faith, we are saved. Faith in Christ brings eternal life and freedom from judgment.
- Answers to Prayer: Matthew 21:22 assures that whatever we ask for in prayer, believing, we will receive. Faith unlocks the power of prayer and brings about God’s provision.
- Brings Salvation’s Benefits: Faith brings healing, prosperity, peace, joy, deliverance, sanctification, and every promise of salvation into our lives (Ephesians 2:8-9; 1 Peter 1:8).
- Empowers Ministry: Mark 11:23 and Matthew 17:19-20 reveal that faith is a spiritual force that makes our ministry effective for Christ.
- Key to Healing and Deliverance: Hebrews 13:8 and Galatians 2:20 highlight faith as the major key for effective healing and deliverance ministry.
Developing Faith:
- Listen to the Word: Constantly hearing the Word of God cultivates faith. Proverbs 4:20-22 encourages us to keep the Word in our hearts and minds.
- Realize Your Measure of Faith: Romans 12:3 reminds us that every believer has been given a measure of faith by God. Develop it and put it into action.
- Engage in Praise and Worship: Praise and worship drive away darkness and bring God’s presence into our circumstances.
- Surround Yourself with People of Faith: Spending time with believers of strong faith can inspire and encourage our own faith journey.
- Seek Holiness and Purity: Hebrews 12:14 urges us to pursue holiness, as it enhances our spiritual vision and connection with God.
- Live Out Love: Faith works through love (Galatians 5:6). Like the centurion and the woman of Canaan, let our faith be motivated by love for others.
- Confess the Word: Speaking and confessing God’s Word reinforces our faith and aligns our words with His promises.
Conclusion: Faith is not just a belief; it’s a dynamic force that shapes our lives and interactions with God. As we cultivate faith through hearing the Word, prayer, worship, and fellowship, we tap into the limitless possibilities of God’s power and provision. Let’s develop our faith and see the miraculous work of God unfold in our lives.
Salvation Call
If you’re reading/listening today and you haven’t yet made the decision to follow Jesus Christ, I want to extend an invitation to you.
You can repeat after me:
“Heavenly Father, I come to you today recognizing that I am a sinner in need of your forgiveness. I believe that Jesus Christ died on the cross for my sins and rose again from the dead. I confess with my mouth that Jesus is Lord, and I invite Him to come into my heart and be the Lord of my life.Thank you for your love and grace. In Jesus’ name, amen.”
If you prayed that prayer sincerely, the Bible assures us that you are now a child of God. Welcome to the family! We encourage you to find a local church where you can grow in your faith, and please reach out to us if you have any questions or need further guidance. God bless you!
