Romans 10:17

So faith comes from hearing (what is told), and what is heard comes by the (preaching of the) message concerning Christ.

Are we hearing the message? We have been given a measure of faith by God. A starter seed that we are to develop and increase. The message of Christ is salvation to those who believe in faith that Jesus died for our sins. Without faith, it is impossible to please God, but we can move mountains with faith. 

Proverbs 19:21

Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it and indulge it will eat its fruit and bear the consequences of their words. 

Life comes from the word of God! A faith life is built up on believing and speaking the word. A life that chooses and uses the word every day creates a faith foundation. The more we practice our faith, the stronger the power of that faith against our circumstances. We cannot be passive in our faith but active doers of the word. 

Romans 10:11

For the Scripture says, “Whoever believes in Him (whoever adheres to, trusts in and relies on Him) will not be disappointed (in his expectations).

The number of results we have in faith will be based on our belief in the word locked in our spirits. We cannot rationalize or reason faith. Our five senses do not create faith or our reasoning thoughts. Our belief developed in our spirits is where we build and execute our faith. We can have faith in our hearts and doubts in our heads simultaneously. Trust the faith.

Mark 11:24

For this reason I am telling you, whatever things you ask for in prayer (in accordance with God’s will), believe (with confident trust) that you have received them, and they will be given to you.

Faith and doubt are choices. When we believe the word of God about healing, finances, wisdom, and supply of needs, we trust our knowledge of God’s promises. If we don’t know or believe in those promises, God can’t help us. We are to answer our problems with the word of God written in scripture. The word is the truth to shut down the lies of the enemy. 

Mark 11:23

I assure you and most solemnly say to you, whoever says to this mountain, “Be lifted up and thrown into the sea!” And does not doubt in his heart (in God’s unlimited power), but believes that what he says in going to take place, it will be done for him (in accordance with God’s will).

When we believe the word of God more than our circumstances, our faith will move mountains. Faith and doubt are both choices! We cannot be moved by what we see or what we feel. Our focus will be on what God says is possible and what He will do for us. Do not let anything not faith enter the ears or come before the eyes. Stand firm in faith

Acts 5:41-42

So they left the Council, rejoicing they had been considered worthy to suffer shame for (the sake of) His name. And every single day, in the temple and in homes, they did not stop teaching and telling the good news of Jesus as the Christ (the Messiah, the Anointed).

Are we prepared to suffer shame or be mocked and ridiculed for the Word? We will not be shaken when we firmly stand on God’s word and know what we believe. If we let our faith grow weak, we will doubt and be easily swayed from God. Keep the faith, study the word, and be built upon the foundation given to us by the Bible. 

Acts 4:19-20

But Peter and John replied to them, “Whether it is right in the sight of God to listen to you and obey you rather than God, you must judge (for yourselves); for we, on our part, cannot stop telling (people) about what we have seen and heard.”

Salvation is good news to those who believe—a breath of fresh air relieving burdens and revitalizing lives. The devil wants to silence the good news of Jesus in our schools, work, government, and every aspect of our lives. We cannot let the good news be silenced and stop telling people about Jesus and salvation. 

2 Timothy 1:7

For God did not give us a spirit of timidity or cowardice or fear, but (He has given us a spirit) of power and of love and of sound judgement and personal discipline (abilities that result in a calm, well balanced mind and self-control).

Courage and faith take practice. It takes courage to stand up in faith in the face of opposition and believe beyond what the eye can see. God has given us a spirit of power, love, and a sound mind to stand up in courage and faith. When we practice our faith, we will attain the breakthroughs we need.

Hebrews 4:16

Therefore let us approach the throne of grace with confidence and without fear, so that we may receive mercy (for our failures) and find grace and help in time of need.

Suppose we don’t believe God will do what He says regarding finances, healing, guidance, and wisdom. We will not approach God in faith and confidence. We will not receive from God if we don’t believe He will answer our prayer. When we have confidence and no fear, we believe and know we have the answer. 

Psalm 18:1-2

I love You, O Lord my strength. The Lord is my rock, my fortress, and the One who rescues me; my God, my rock and strength in who I trust and take refuge; my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my high tower-my stronghold. 

This Psalm speaks of a close, trusting relationship with God. David had the experience of relying on God and God providing strength and protection in adverse times. These faith-filled words praise God and build David up in faith. What are we speaking about and building ourselves up in unfavorable times?