FAITH: Comes by Hearing the Word of God
Romans 14:4: Who are you to judge another’s servant? To his own master he stands or falls. Indeed, he will be made to stand, for God is able to make him stand.
FAITH: Comes by Studying the Word of God
The strong Christian was judged by the weak Christian, and this Paul condemned because it was wrong for the weak Christian to take the place of God in the life of the strong Christian. God is the Master; the Christian is the servant. It is wrong for anyone to interfere with this relationship. It is encouraging to know that our success in the Christian life does not depend on the opinions or attitudes of other Christians. God is the Judge, and He is able to make us stand. The word “servant” here suggests that Christians ought to be busy working for the Lord; then they will not have the time or inclination to judge or condemn other Christians. People who are busy winning souls to Christ have more important things to do than to investigate the lives of the saints! 1
FAITH: Comes by Obeying the Word of God
Now to Him who is able to keep you from stumbling, And to present you faultless Before the presence of His glory with exceeding joy. Jude 24
Stay focused on your own life. It is not your job to direct or criticize how another person chooses to live. Jesus asked you to walk with Him. Let the Spirit control your life. Now trust the Holy Spirit to work in other peoples lives without your help.
FAITH: Comes by Experiencing the Transforming Work of God
When you’re doing the most important thing, there is no time for meddling. – TWEET IT
FAITH: Comes by Praying with the Word of God
Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down; For the Lord upholds him with His hand. Psalm 37:24
Dear Father, thank You for upholding me when I fall. You never fail. I do. I need You.
1. Wiersbe, W. W. (1996). The Bible exposition commentary (Vol. 1, p. 559). Wheaton, IL: Victor Books.
