April 29, 2025

THE ACTIVATED FAITH (PART 4)

Apst. Emmanuel Osezele

KEY TEXT: Hebrews 11:6 KJV- “But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.”

FAITH ENDURES TESTING:
God often tests our faith to strengthen it. Job lost everything yet remained faithful. Activated faith doesn’t give up when tested but becomes more refined. It's in trials that faith is proven. Be strong and courageous in your walk with God, trust in the help of the Holy Spirit, He will help you in times of trials and temptations. Hold on and never give up. “But he knoweth the way that I take: when he hath tried me, I shall come forth as gold.” – JOB 23:10

FAITH HONORS GOD:
When we walk in activated faith, we bring glory to God. Our trust in His character and promises shows the world who He is. Faith pleases God because it acknowledges His power and love. As a child of God, you must strive to maintain your integrity, irrespective of situation and condition, because your resilience will make others know that your conviction in Christ is true and worth following. “But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him”– HEBREWS 11:6

THE REWARD OF ACTIVATED FAITH:
God is a rewarder of active faith. When we believe and act according to His Word, He responds. From healing to provision to open doors, there is always a reward for those who truly trust and act on God’s promises. “Blessed is she that believed: for there shall be a performance of those things which were told her from the Lord.” – LUKE 1:45

PRAYER:

Lord Jesus Christ, as you help me to reactivate my faith, grant me a steadfast grace to hold on till the end in obedience to your will, in Jesus Christ’s mighty name. Amen.

REFLECTION:

1 Corinthians 2:5 KJV: “That your faith should not stand in the wisdom of men, but in the power of God.”