30/04/2025
Faith in Action
So also faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead. James 2:17
When we talk about the issue of faith, the first thing to understand is the meaning of faith. From the book of Hebrews 11:1, the word of God says, "Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen."
Faith is having certainty (is the substance). This means it is a tangible and evident thing. It can be seen and measured as Jesus saw faith in the people he ministered to. In other words, faith is something you have right now, which is the evidence of what you are hoping for. Therefore, your faith must do something in this physical world, evident and real for people to see.
So, our word today says, "Faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead." Works are the main indicator of faith. I have categorised these works into two main types.
Works that accompany your faith: These are called works of faith, which everyone knows. If you believe in God, you must live and act according to your faith. Your living and acting should not contradict your faith.
Works which have been done by your faith: These works are the result of your faith. (This is my focus, and I want you to understand it well). Faith is having assurance about things you hoped for, the things you are expecting that are not currently present, and you believe that they will come into existence and be real. These are the works of faith—works done by your faith.
In the Bible, we see the great works of God, meaning things done by God that became evident as acts of God. Likewise, in your life, there must be works of your faith. Your faith must do things that become evident, showing that they happened because of your faith.
Many Christians have managed to do acts of faith, but their faith has not performed great deeds in their lives to manifest the glory of God. So, ask God that your faith may have works that people can see, so they may know the God you believe in performs great things through our faith. So they may be converted and believe in Jesus.
Prayer: Oh LORD, I ask you for steadfast faith, which does great things to manifest your glory. Amen.
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