FAITH: Comes by Hearing the Word of God

Romans 2:21: You, therefore, who teach another, do you not teach yourself? You who preach that a man should not steal, do you steal?

FAITH: Comes by Studying the Word of God

Many of the Jewish teachers and leaders were guilty of these offenses—and it was common knowledge. Everyone knew of cases where the most orthodox had left loopholes in their business dealings for a little “refined stealing.” 1

FAITH: Comes by Obeying the Word of God

Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God. Matthew 5:8

Jesus, please make me more aware of living life in Your presence. There are no short cuts. What I believe, and what I say, and what I do must all match up. May I have a pure heart, so I can see You and do the right thing.

FAITH: Comes by Experiencing the Transforming Work of God

The one who teaches, must first be the student.

FAITH: Comes by Praying with the Word of God

For now we see in a mirror, dimly, but then face to face. Now I know in part, but then I shall know just as I also am known. 1 Corinthians 13:12

Dear Father, may I become a greater reflection of You…in Jesus Name. Amen.

1.Kent Hughes. Preaching the Word.

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Tommy Blumberg

Tommy Blumberg

Tommy Blumberg was ordained as a Calvary Chapel pastor in 1985, where he served as an assistant pastor at Calvary Fellowship, in Seattle. In 1992, Pastor Tom, his wife Pam, and their three daughters moved to Bellingham and began a Bible study, which led to the founding of Calvary Chapel Northwest. Tom blogs regularly at TommyBlumberg.com.