Part 2: Definition of Faith. Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. Hebrews 11:1 NKJV Definition of Faith In part one of the definition of faith, we determined what faith is not. Now let us let the Bible define what faith is. I encourage you to take your religious glasses off and not assume that you know what faith is. This will not be an exhaustive definition of faith, for the...

The fruit of that righteousness will be peace; its effect will be quietness and confidence forever. My people will live in peaceful dwelling places, in secure homes, in undisturbed places of rest. Though hail flattens the forest and the city is leveled completely, how blessed you will be, sowing your seed by every stream…. —Jeremiah 32:17-20 Everyone is looking for a sure thing. Security is a commodity sought after...

“I love those who love me, and those who seek me find me. With me are riches and honor, enduring wealth and prosperity. My fruit is better than fine gold; what I yield surpasses choice silver. I walk in the way of righteousness, along the paths of justice, bestowing wealth on those who love me and making their treasuries full.” – Proverbs 8:17-21 The above passage is wisdom crying out to us. Did you...

As there are four types of soil (see Matthew 13), ask yourself whether your heart is Hard, Rocky, Thorny, or Prepared. Furthermore, think about whether your Word-seed will be a planting, a watering, or harvesting. To encourage you to exercise your faith, I’ll share my story and believe that God’s Word will not return empty or void but will accomplish the purpose for which it is sent. When I woke up this...