DEVOTIONAL
“So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.” — Romans 10:17 (KJV)
Let us begin today’s devotional from this basic truth: FAITH is the foundation of the believer’s relationship with God. It is the means through which we please God, receive His promises, overcome life’s challenges, and walk in the victory that Christ has secured for us (Hebrews 11:6, 1 John 5:4). Yet FAITH does not appear automatically; it is cultivated and strengthened through one primary source—the living Word of God.
The Bible clearly teaches that FAITH comes by hearing the Word. This means that the more we expose our hearts to the Word of God, the more FAITH begins to rise within us. FAITH is not generated by human efforts, emotional excitement, or wishful thinking. It is born when the heart encounters the truth of God’s Word and becomes convinced of its reality. This is why it is essential for every one of us to maintain a steady diet of God’s Word. Just as the physical body requires daily nourishment to remain strong, our spirit must continually feed on the Word. Neglecting the Word weakens our FAITH, but consistently hearing and meditating on the Word strengthens our trust in God.
FAITH that comes from the Word also produces stability. It enables us to stand firm even when the circumstances appear contrary to what God has promised. When our FAITH is anchored in the truth of God’s Word, we will not be easily shaken by negative reports or temporary challenges.
Beloved, the purpose of today’s devotional is to help you develop strong FAITH. If you desire your FAITH to grow stronger, then you must give the Word of God a central place in your life. Listen to it, study it, meditate on it, and confess it. As you continually hear the Word, FAITH will rise within your heart, and you will find yourself walking in dominion.
SAY THIS PRAYER:
Father, thank You for the power of Your Word that reshapes my life. I pray that you empower me by Your Spirit to give Your Word a central place in my life. From this day, let Your Word continually transform my heart and guide my walk with You, in Jesus’ name. Amen.
Tom Ford
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CHIDI IFOH
He is the lead pastor of the Heritage of Light Global Mission, a dynamic apostolic ministry dedicated to helping people see and receive their glorious inheritance in Christ Jesus.