(Part Two: The Necessity Of Our Faith)
John 11:25–26
Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?”
Faith is not optional for the Christian life. It is not a spiritual accessory or a religious hobby. Scripture makes this unmistakably clear: “Without faith it is impossible to please God” (Hebrews 11:6).
But the necessity of faith reaches even deeper than our daily walk with God. Faith is essential because it is the very means by which we receive salvation, hope, and eternal life. Nowhere is this truth more beautifully displayed than in Jesus’ conversation with Martha outside the tomb of her brother Lazarus.
1. Jesus Reveals the Source of Resurrection
Martha believed in a future resurrection—something that would happen “on the last day.” But Jesus redirects her hope from a distant event to a present Person.
He says, “I am the resurrection.”
He doesn’t say, “I can give life.”
He says, “I am the life.”
Resurrection is not merely a doctrine.
Eternal life is not merely a promise.
Both are found in Christ Himself.
Faith is necessary because eternal life is not found anywhere else.
2. Jesus Declares the Promise of Eternal Life
“The one who believes in me will live, even though they die.”
Physical death is not the end for the believer.
“Whoever lives by believing in me will never die.”
Eternal life begins now. It is not postponed until heaven; it is the present possession of all who trust in Christ.
Faith is necessary because only belief in Jesus bridges the gap between earthly death and eternal life.
3. Jesus Asks the Question That Confronts Every Heart
“Do you believe this?”
Not—
Do you understand this?
Do you agree with this theologically?
Do you feel inspired by this?
But—
Do you believe this?
Faith is not passive. It demands a response.
It is not inherited. It must be personally embraced.
It is not theoretical. It must be lived.
4. Our Answer Matters More Than Anything Else
Do you believe that He is the resurrection?
Do you believe that He is the life?
Do you believe that eternal life is found in Him alone?
Do you believe that death is not the end for those who trust Him?
Your answer shapes your eternity.
Your answer shapes your hope.
Your answer shapes your life today.
Faith is necessary because everything God promises hinges on our trust in His Son.
And He invites us to do the same.
So what is your answer to Jesus today?
Not just with your words, but with your life, your choices, your trust, and your hope.