Faith?

GOD WANTS ME TO HAVE A FAITH THAT IS:

Serious= Hebrews 11- v.13 “All these faithful ones died without receiving what God had promised them, but they saw it all from a distance and welcomed the promises of God. v.39 “All of these people we have mentioned received God’s approval because of their faith, yet none of them received all that God had promised. v.40 “For God had far better things in mind for us that would also benefit them, for they can’t receive the prize at the end of the race until we finish the race.”
Romans 4:16- “So that’s why faith is the key! God’s promise is given to us as a free gift. And we are certain to receive it . . . if we have faith like Abraham’s. For Abraham is the father of all who believe.”
James 2:14b- “What’s the use of saying you have faith if you don’t prove it by your actions? That kind of faith can’t save anyone.”

Persistent= II Timothy 4:5- “But you should keep a clear mind in every situation. Don’t be afraid of suffering for the Lord. Work at bringing others to Christ. Complete the ministry God has given you.”
Matthew 6:33- “and he will give you all you need from day to day if you live for him and make the Kingdom of God your primary concern.”
Hebrews 13:14- “For this world is not our home; we are looking forward to our city in heaven, which is yet to come.”

“As (George) MacDonald makes clear all through his writing, God promises us joy, but not safety; a full life, but not a painless one; the laughter that comes with full faith in God’s loving purpose, but also tears. He promises us a broad road with a narrow gate.”
-Madeleine L’Engle

Perceptive= Hebrews 11:1- “What is faith? It is the confident assurance that what we hope for is going to happen. It is the evidence of things we cannot yet see.”
Romans 10:17- “Yet faith comes from listening to this message of good news – the Good News about Christ.”


II Timothy 2:11-13

“This is a true saying:

If we die with him,
We will also live with him.
If we endure hardship,
We will reign with him.
If we deny him,
He will deny us.
If we are unfaithful,
He remains faithful,
For he cannot deny himself.