Pleasing God With Our Faith
Hebrews 11:6
The trials of life can test every fiber of our being. Worry can eat us from the inside out, if we let it. Stomach ulcers, heart problems, painful headaches, a nervous breakdown, are all results of severe stress and anxiety. The question comes; How can we be at peace when it seems as if our world is crashing down around us? How can we make things right, when we face such limitations.
The Hebrew writer tells us that the greatest way to please God, is to place our complete faith in Him.
To trust Him, no matter how severe a storm we are going through. We must "believe that God exists, and that He is the rewarder of all those who seek Him" (v.6)
I remember my father-in-law being asked what he would do if the airplane he was on went down. He confidently responded: "Go with it!" He knew who had his life, and his soul, no matter what happened.
I hope that I can have that much faith.
All through the Bible, God has expected His people to exercise faith.
In fact with Abraham, it was His faith that brought about His righteousness" (Galatians 3:6) And it is the same with us, as we trust in Jesus Christ, as our Savior, to provide the sacrifice needed to atone for our sins. We are to have complete faith in what Jesus did for us on the cross of Calvary.
God is pleased with us, when we place our whole lives in His hands.
He wants to provide the very best for us, and he wants us to have faith that He can, and will. No matter if you are dealing with a serious illness, or a financial situation, or a problem in a relationship. Believe, that God has your best interest at heart, and that He will provide the means for you to deal with these challenges.
Let us say with the Apostle Paul: "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." (Philippians 4:13) GP