Faith, in its essence, is not just a passive belief that sits quietly in the heart, waiting for things to happen. It is a supernatural power that operates beyond the confines of human logic and reason. Imagine a force that can move mountains, stop time, raise the dead, or make a person walk on water. This is the kind of faith that biblical heroes like Joshua, Elijah, and Peter demonstrated. Joshua commanded the sun and moon to stand still during a battle, and they did. Elijah declared rain in a time of drought, and a downpour followed. Peter walked on water because of his faith in Jesus. These instances show that faith isn't just an abstract idea; it is a tangible force that can shift reality itself. However, most believers never fully tap into this kind of faith. Instead, they settle for small prayers and half-hearted expectations, often failing to realize that the same supernatural power that moved in the Bible is within them. This kind of faith is available to everyone, but many never learn how to activate it fully. To step into this faith, one must believe that it is not just a belief but a power that can change circumstances and overcome any obstacle. It requires understanding that faith is not about hoping but commanding.
One of the biggest misconceptions in modern Christianity is that faith is passive, something that quietly sits in the heart waiting for God to move. However, the truth is, faith is meant to be active. It speaks, it commands, and it refuses to accept defeat. Faith is not just about hoping for something to happen; it is about taking action and believing in God's promises before seeing the evidence. This kind of faith requires boldness and confidence. Just like Joshua, who commanded the sun and moon to stand still during battle, we too are called to speak to the mountains in our lives. Faith is about trusting in God's word and acting on it, even when circumstances seem to contradict it. Jesus himself modeled this active faith when he cursed the fig tree and expected it to wither, even though the disciples saw no immediate change. It was only the next day that the tree was found to be withered from the roots. This is the kind of faith that we are called to live by—faith that commands and acts, even before we see the results. Many believers today have been conditioned to view faith as a passive belief, but the Bible reveals a different picture. We are not meant to merely wait and hope; we are meant to stand firm, speak boldly, and expect God’s promises to come to pass. The power of faith lies not in passivity but in the confidence and authority we have to command things to shift.
Faith is not just a fleeting feeling or a one-time act; it is a continuous journey of perseverance, action, and trust in God. Hebrews 11:1 describes faith as the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. This means that true faith is not simply wishful thinking, but a force that brings the unseen into the visible. Faith grows and matures when it is nurtured through consistent action and unwavering belief in God's promises. It's easy to have faith when things are going well, but true faith is tested during times of hardship. For instance, when Elijah prayed for rain during a drought, he didn’t stop after praying once. He persisted, sending his servant to check for signs of rain seven times before a tiny cloud appeared on the horizon. This act of persistent prayer is a key to unlocking the power of faith. Similarly, faith is also demonstrated through action. James 2:26 says, “faith without works is dead.” It is not enough to simply believe; we must act on our belief. If we are trusting God for a breakthrough, are we stepping forward in expectation, or are we hesitating out of fear? Action is an essential part of faith. As we take steps forward, even when we can't see the end result, God begins to work in our lives. Faith is not just about what we believe but about what we do in response to that belief. It requires courage to move forward, even in the face of uncertainty, because action is the vehicle through which faith brings forth results.
Faith is tested and proven not in times of comfort, but in the fire of trials. True faith endures even when fear, doubt, and uncertainty try to overtake it. This is the kind of faith that can withstand any storm, just as it did for the three Hebrew boys—Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego—who stood firm in their belief, even when faced with the threat of death. They chose faith over fear, and as a result, they were protected in the fiery furnace. This kind of faith is not based on emotion or logic but on an unwavering trust in God's promises. Too often, fear causes people to hesitate or give up before they can see the breakthrough God has promised. Fear whispers doubts, asking, "What if it doesn't work? What if God doesn't answer?" But faith refuses to listen to fear. It declares, "Even if it doesn't happen as I expect, I still trust God." This is the faith that allows believers to step out of their comfort zones, to take risks, and to boldly claim what God has promised, knowing that He is faithful. When fear tries to make you back down, remember that faith sees beyond the natural. It acknowledges the giants but believes that God's promise is greater. Faith doesn't deny reality; it just refuses to let reality have the final say. This kind of faith stands firm, even when the world seems to be falling apart. It’s the kind of faith that makes the enemy tremble because it doesn’t need proof—it stands on God's Word and trusts Him, no matter what.
