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Day 2: Bold Faith in Action

Scripture Focus:

•Joshua 2:8–14 – Rahab declares her faith in God.

•Hebrews 11:6 – Without faith, it is impossible to please God.

•2 Corinthians 5:7 – Walk by faith, not by sight.

•James 2:14–26 – Faith without works is dead.

Devotional:

Have you ever faced a moment when stepping out in faith felt impossible because the risks seemed too great? That is exactly where Rahab found herself, a pivotal moment where fear and faith collided. She was forced to choose between the safety of the familiar and the uncertainty of trusting in a God she had only heard about.

In Joshua 2, Rahab made a stunning declaration to the spies she had hidden: “I know that the Lord has given you this land.” Her words were not casual; they reflected a deep belief in the power and sovereignty of a God she had only heard about. Rahab’s faith wasn’t born from years of knowing or following God but from stories of His works. Her decision to hide the spies was not just an act of bravery; it was a step of faith in a God she trusted, even at great personal risk.

By hiding the spies and asking for her family’s safety, Rahab risked her life and her future. She could have been executed for treason if she had been discovered. But instead of letting fear paralyze her, Rahab chose to trust God. Her courage was not the absence of fear but the decision to trust God in the face of uncertainty.

Rahab’s story reminds us that faith is more than just believing in God. Faith is acting on God’s truth, even when the path ahead is unclear. It’s easy to say we trust God when the stakes are low, but true faith is revealed when we take action in situations where the risks are high, and the outcomes are unknown.

Rahab didn’t know how her story would end, but she believed in a God who could do the impossible. Her example challenges us to examine our own faith. Are we willing to trust God when the circumstances seem overwhelming? Are we willing to step out, even when we don’t have all the answers?

Faith doesn’t mean the absence of fear; it means trusting God more than we trust our fears. Rahab’s story reminds us that bold faith leads to transformation, redemption, and outcomes far greater than we could ever imagine.

So, what step of faith is God asking you to take today? Maybe it’s a difficult conversation, an act of obedience, or trusting Him in a season of uncertainty. Whatever it is, Rahab’s story assures us that God’s plans are always greater than our fears, and His promises are always worth trusting.

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, thank You for being a God who calls us to trust You, even when fear and uncertainty surround us. Like Rahab, help us to take bold steps of faith, believing in Your promises and acting on Your truth.

Lord, strengthen us to trust You more than our fears and to follow wherever You lead, knowing that Your plans are greater than we could ever imagine. May our faith in You bring transformation and reflect Your grace in our lives.

In Jesus’ name, amen.

Journal Prompt:

What step of faith is God asking you to take today?

How can you trust Him with the outcome?