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Active Trust

"Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. This is what the ancients were commended for. By faith we understand that the universe was formed at God’s command, so that what is seen was not made out of what was visible."¹

 

Faith is not a passive belief. It is an active trust that takes hold of our souls: a solid belief in God's promises and a firm conviction that He is trustworthy. When we are surrounded by uncertainty, our faith directs us while lighting the way.

 

Verse 1 of today's passage says, "Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see." These words can be seen as an encouraging invitation to live with confidence, which calms the heart and anchors the soul. They are also a reminder that our hope rests in a loving and sovereign God.

 

In times of trial and challenge, faith becomes our refuge, whispering, "Do not be afraid, for God is with you." It motivates us to step forward in obedience, even if doing so seems impossible. And it gives us the power to face adversity with courage, knowing that God is working in everything for our good.

 

The Lord calls us to walk by faith (2 Corinthians 5:7) and to surrender our doubts and fears to Him. He wants us to believe His promises, even when circumstances seem bleak, trusting Him allows us to see beyond the visible into the eternal. Then we will find strength, peace, and the presence of our loving God guiding us every step of the way.

 

Suggested Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, I want to begin my prayer with a thankful heart. Thank you that you are a trustworthy God, you are faithful, even in spite of my uncertainty when the going gets tough. Thank you that my hope rests in a loving and sovereign God. I ask you to give me strength and peace every step of the way. I ask this in Jesus' name, Amen.

 

1. Hebrews 11:1-3 (NIV).

 

Today's Encounter was written by: Rosina N.