Walking by Faith

  We walk by faith and not by sight (2 Corinthians 5:7). This means that we believe God’s Word concerning what He has promised or spoken about Himself or how He has revealed Himself to saints of old, even when what we gain by way of our senses seem to go contrary to the Word. Let God be true and every man a liar. We trust our God who cannot lie (Titus 1:2). He never does things contrary to His character.  

  So, let us not doubt God when we do not understand what is happening or why things are taking place as they are. We need not think that God is absent, He has forgotten, or that somehow His ability to act has been diminished (Isaiah 59:1). He is a very present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1).

  Also, let us not despair when we suffer or suffer loss. Enduring the trials and growing in our faith through them will result in a crown of life (James 1:3-4, 12). We can and must remain hopeful in God (Psalm 42 & 43). Going to Him for the knowledge of His will for the next steps to take as we navigate life will save us from unwarranted danger (James 1:5). We must not trust in our own reasoning and try to act independent of God (Proverbs 3:5, 6). God does not want or need us to help Him out.

  Then, let us not distance ourselves from God when things are tough. Running away from God is never the answer. He is the answer and has the answers we need. Blaming our God while becoming bitter is never a good option (Hebrews 12:11-17). Running to Him and praising Him in times of deep distress is right (Job 1:21-22). He will soothe the pain and carry us through (Isaiah 40:11). God is not out to get us and make our lives miserable.

   Trust in the Lord, and do good . . . (Psalm 37:3)