Forgotten Promises Resurrected, Matthew 17:20

Matthew 17:20 NKJV

So Jesus said to them, “Because of your unbelief; for assuredly, I say to you, if you have faith as a mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move; and nothing will be impossible for you. 

Today’s topic is important because of the impact it can have on your life.  Many people I have talked to say they have faith but their actions tell a different story.  So, I want to take this opportunity to reiterate what faith is and how important it is to being a Christian and in your Christian walk. 

I’ll dive right in 

Faith without works, cannot be called faith. Faith without works is dead, and a dead faith is worse than no faith at all. Faith must work; it must produce; it must be visible. Verbal faith is not enough; mental faith is insufficient. Faith must be there, But it must be more. It must inspire action. Throughout his epistle to Joey believers, James integrates, true faith, and every day practical experience by stressing the true faith must manifest itself in works of faith.

Quoted from the NKJV Open Bible

“Faith endures trials. Trials come and go, but a strong faith will face them head on and develop endurance. Faith understands Temptations. It will not allow us to consent to our lust and slide into sin. Obeys the word. It will not merrily hear and not do. Faith produces doors. Faith Harbour, no prejudice. For James, faith and favoritism cannot coexist. Faith displayed self and works. Faith is more than mirror words; it is more than knowledge; it is demonstrated by obedience; and overly response to the promises of God. Faith controls the tongue. This small, but immensely powerful part of the body must be held in check. Faith can do it. Faith acts wisely. It gives us the ability to choose wisdom that is heavenly and the wisdom that is earthly. Faith produces separation from the world and submission to God. It provides us with the ability to resist the devil and humbly drawn near to God. Finally, faith waits patiently for the coming of the Lord. Through trouble and trial is stifles complaining”.  End Quote 

Faith

Faith is a cornerstone of a fruitful Christian walk and glorifying God.  Take for example James 1:5-8, “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him.  But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for he who doubts is like a wave of the sea driven and tossed by the wind.  For let not that man suppose that he will receive anything from the Lord;  he is a double-minded man, unstable in all his ways”.

Do you have Wavering Faith?

If you have wavering faith I’d suggest that you pray to have Gospel reveal Himself to you. Keep in mind, I’m most cases faith continues to grow throughout your life.  Faith begets more faith as you go down the path that God set before you. Take for instance, Mark 9:23-24, Jesus said to him, “If you can believe, all things are possible to him who believes.” Immediately the father of the child cried out and said with tears, “Lord, I believe; help my unbelief!”  Remember, all things are possible with God…But, you have to have faith.

May you always walk in the Truth!