FAITH: Comes by Hearing the Word of God
Romans 11:22: Therefore consider the goodness and severity of God: on those who fell, severity; but toward you, goodness, if you continue in His goodness. Otherwise you also will be cut off.
FAITH: Comes by Studying the Word of God
It is worth noting that, according to Bible prophecy, the professing Gentile church will be “cut off” because of apostasy. First Timothy 4 and 2 Timothy 3, along with 2 Thessalonians 2, all indicate that the professing church in the last days will depart from the faith. There is no hope for the apostate church, but there is hope for apostate Israel! Why? Because of the roots of the olive tree. God will keep His promises to the patriarchs, but God will break off the Gentiles because of their unbelief. 1
FAITH: Comes by Obeying the Word of God
Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit He takes away; and every branch that bears fruit He prunes, that it may bear more fruit. John 15:2
Will you consider yourself to be just a branch that is 100% dependent upon the Vine? Do you want lasting fruit in your life? Will you yield completely to Him and give Him glory?
FAITH: Comes by Experiencing the Transforming Work of God
In the darkness of this world, look to the Light. Receive His goodness and grace that is ready to be poured out upon your weary life.
FAITH: Comes by Praying with the Word of God
Remember therefore from where you have fallen; repent and do the first works, or else I will come to you quickly and remove your lampstand from its place—unless you repent. Revelation 2:5
Dear Father, lead me in repentance before Your throne of grace, for I want to love You with a new love, in sincerity and truth. In Jesus Name. Amen.
1. Wiersbe, W. W. (1996). The Bible exposition commentary (Vol. 1, p. 552). Wheaton, IL: Victor Books.
