BELIEVE AND SPEAK IN AGREEMENT WITH GOD
“We having the same spirit of faith, according as it is written, I believed, and therefore have I spoken; we also believe, and therefore speak.” — 2 Corinthians 4:13 (KJV)
FAITH in the life of the believer is expressed through both believing and speaking. I heard from Dr. Nancy Dufresne that one reason Abraham waited twenty-five years to see his promise manifest was that he kept it in his heart but not in his mouth. Even though Abraham believed God, he hadn’t yet learned to speak in agreement with Him. To change this, God taught him to call himself ‘Abraham’—which means ‘Father of many nations.’ It was only when he started speaking the promise out loud that he finally saw it come to pass (Genesis 17:5, Genesis 21). FAITH is not only a matter of the heart but also a confession of the mouth. When we truly believe the Word of God, that belief naturally finds expression through spoken agreement with what God has declared.
God has designed FAITH to operate in this way: First, the Word of God enters the heart through hearing and meditation. As the heart becomes convinced of God’s truth, FAITH rises within it. Then that FAITH is released through words. This is why the Apostle Paul emphasized that those who believe also speak (2 Corinthians 4:13). FAITH is not silent; it boldly declares the truth of God’s Word.
Many Christians unknowingly weaken their FAITH by speaking words that contradict God’s Word. When the mouth continually declares fear, defeat, or impossibility, it becomes difficult for FAITH to grow. But when the believer consistently speaks in agreement with the Word, FAITH is strengthened and spiritual authority is released.
Speaking in agreement with God also shapes the atmosphere of your life. Words carry influence, and FAITH-filled words align your life with the promises of God. As you continually declare what God has said, your heart becomes more deeply persuaded of His truth, and your expectation of His faithfulness increases. This is what FAITH is about.
From today, let your words reflect your FAITH in God. Fill your heart with the Word and allow your mouth to declare it boldly. When you believe and speak in agreement with God, you position yourself to experience the manifestation of His promises in your life.