We all have doubts about so many things - it’s human. We doubt that we can achieve “all things through Christ who strengthens me” because our faith is under constant attack. Remember, if we had faith just the size of an itty bitty mustard seed we could move mountains.
So, are we all losers because our faith is so weak? No, thank God - literally. A man asked Jesus if He was able to heal his son. Jesus asked if he had faith that He could do it. This man’s reply was perfect, “Yes, and please strengthen my faith where it is lacking.” He knew that even the source of faith in God was from God. Wow, we ask God for what it takes to believe in Him. We truly are fully dependant on His grace.
How do we build faith? Here’s a few ways I’ve found helpful:
1) Ask God for it
2) Decide to obey. Start with one area a day or a week and ask God to give you the resolve & strength to follow His will.
3) Think on how God has already touched your life
4) Share with others how God has touched your life
5) Start serving at church, in the community & in your sphere of influence
6) Work with someone/a team to do something Spirit inspired & God-sized
7) Find someone who will lovingly but firmly help you stay accountable
8) Celebrate every success
I’m sure you can think of others. Don’t try these all at once if this isn’t where you’re at on your spiritual journey yet.
As your faith grows, so will your confidence that you can do what God has called you to do.
God bless!
