Have you ever wondered why things in your life aren't going the way you would like? Wondering why you have faith that it will happen, but it never does? That is because faith is not enough!
Faith:
: strong belief or trust in someone or something
: belief in the existence of God : strong religious feelings or beliefs
Faith is only a belief however, to bring something to fruition, action must follow!
...faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead. -James 2:17 {TWEET This}
For we walk by faith, not by sight.- 2 Corinthians 5:7 {TWEET This}
: belief in the existence of God : strong religious feelings or beliefs
Faith is only a belief however, to bring something to fruition, action must follow!
...faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead. -James 2:17 {TWEET This}
This seems so common sense, but the knowledge of something does not make it so. Many people, including myself, believe certain things should happen in our lives but we don't have the motivation to take action.
For we walk by faith, not by sight.- 2 Corinthians 5:7 {TWEET This}
We are to take everyday actions in our lives along with having faith to make things happen that we may not necessarily see in physical form yet.
For instance, I LOVE to dance...I mean L-O-V-E to dance! In my college days, I was always in a dance class because it was something that I had a passion for and loved. However, after getting married and becoming a mother, I put other's needs before my own and neglected myself. This eventually made me feel unhappy, frustrated, and unsatisfied with my life. God eventually blessed us to be able to join our local YMCA and now I take Nia and Body Jam classes which I LOVE! See how I am using that word alot?? Lol! I took action instead of just saying well, I think I should be doing something for me...
What do you LOVE to do? Share with us below!
Chari, I found your blog on Equipping Christian Women in Business. Thank you for your good word today! What do I love to do? Hmm. I used to do calligraphy, but haven't really worked at it in ages. I've got paper and pens. I need to sit down and do it. :-) And I'm hoping God makes a way for us to have a Y membership, too, except I'd be swimming instead of dancing!
ReplyDeleteGreat post! Very motivating. I have faith that my essential oils business will be successful because I feel like God led me to it, but if I don't work at it, it won't be. God will bless what we do, He won't necessarily do our work for us. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteThe amazing thing about faith is that faith leads us to confidently sit in the promises of God, which grows our relationship with Him... As we grow in Him, He pours more of His Spirit into us, and we have the strength to act in ways that will bring Him glory.
ReplyDeleteSo glad you found that you can make time for you to be joyful.
Marissa
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Very true Chari. Action is the key in building an unshakable faith in God. Words are meaningless unless they are activated and building a personal relationship with Chris requires actions, Thanks for the great reminder.
ReplyDeleteChari, always great to get back to basics and be refreshed in the Word. Thanks for sharing your zeal and love for life and dancing! I am going to start thinking about what I love to do and then be thankful for the time I have to do it! Bless you!
ReplyDeleteI love to garden and bake, both of which I do as much as possible. Go on and dance your heart out!
ReplyDeleteWalking by faith isn't always easy. Stay focused on the Father and His promises
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I love to dance too! My husband and I have a dance ministry and have been blessed to perform in many different venues, often to secular audiences, but we always try to bring a spiritual message. Without faith that He will see us through it, this would be impossible! Linked up with you at Titus Tuesdays and now I'm your latest GFC follower. Thank you for the lovely post! Hope you'll stop by Saved by Grace for a visit!
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Laurie
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What do I love? Knitting. When I go anywhere, I always have my latest knitting project with me, just in case there's any down time.
ReplyDeleteGreat message for me right now! Putting feet to my faith and following God's call on my life! Thanks for sharing.
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