Faith: The Grace of Graces
March 11, 2025
Hebrews 11:1 Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.
Hebrews 11:6 Without faith, it is impossible to please Him: for he that comes to God must believe that He is and that He is a rewarder of them that diligently seek Him.
Romans 5:1 Being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.
In the long history of ancient warfare, shields and swords were vital for offense and defense during deadly and gruesome battles. Soldiers would be walking targets without them. Roman shields were overlaid with linen and leather to absorb fiery arrows, which also protected other armor pieces. The integrity of the shield was necessary. The time to mend any holes was before the battle. Diligence was the key to proper maintenance.
The Christian believer's shield of faith is meant to quench the enemy's fiery darts. Every part of the Christian is preserved by faith.
- Faith is believing in the Lord Jesus Christ. (Acts 16:30; Ephesians 1:7)
- Faith is trusting in the Word of God, not your blind reasoning. (Ephesians 3:17)
- Faith stills the storm that sin raises. (Psalm 5:12)
- Faith changes grief into joy and gladness.
- Faith will make you satisfied with the path on which He has placed your feet. (John 16:20)
Habakkuk 2:4 The just shall live by faith.
Faith in God's word can alone enable us to wait with patience for the fulfillment of His promise.
Faith is the secret spring of my strength.
Faith supports me in all my sojourning.
Faith comforts me in my sorrows.
I believe God
I believe the promises He has made to me
and though I will die, I will die in this faith
and my faith will be sufficiently justified.