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Day 26 – Faith
Few subjects in the Bible are more important for us to understand than that of faith. The dictionary tells us that faith is “confidence or trust in a person or thing.” Since human trust has been greatly abused in this world, many people have chosen to put their faith in “something” rather than “someone.” This should never be true of the believer.
Our relationship with God is similar to our relationship with others in that all relationships require faith. We can never fully know any other person. We cannot experience all they experience nor enter into their minds to know what their thoughts and emotions are.
Acts 8:26 says, “Now an angel of the Lord said to Philip, ‘Rise and go toward the south to the road that goes down from Jerusalem to Gaza.’” This is a desert place. If I were to hear this, my first reaction is to question this or just say no. Why would I want to go to a desert? But by having faith Philip saw the connection between experiencing Jesus and sharing Jesus.
This is what is critical during your college years, especially freshmen. There will be many times when things go wrong or not how you intended, but by having faith, it keeps you grounded and focused on your greater purpose. What we imagine at times might not be what God has in store for us, or it might not be the right timing. It is important to keep the faith that the Lord’s timing is never wrong and he has created a unique pathway for us all to follow.
2 Samuel 22:31 reads, “As for God, His way is perfect: The LORD’s word is flawless; He shields all who take refuge in Him." This verse is so powerful because we are all made in the image and likeness of our Savior and His “way is perfect.” Because His way is perfect, our journey is perfectly crafted by Him.
So remember to stand true to the temporary struggles and failures that may come, because your journey is perfect and He is leading us to our greater destiny, and by having faith nothing can take us away from what is meant for us. Remember, you can do all things through Christ who strengthens you.
ANTWONE CAMERON
Residence Director, Potter Hall
Few subjects in the Bible are more important for us to understand than that of faith. The dictionary tells us that faith is “confidence or trust in a person or thing.” Since human trust has been greatly abused in this world, many people have chosen to put their faith in “something” rather than “someone.” This should never be true of the believer.
Our relationship with God is similar to our relationship with others in that all relationships require faith. We can never fully know any other person. We cannot experience all they experience nor enter into their minds to know what their thoughts and emotions are.
Acts 8:26 says, “Now an angel of the Lord said to Philip, ‘Rise and go toward the south to the road that goes down from Jerusalem to Gaza.’” This is a desert place. If I were to hear this, my first reaction is to question this or just say no. Why would I want to go to a desert? But by having faith Philip saw the connection between experiencing Jesus and sharing Jesus.
This is what is critical during your college years, especially freshmen. There will be many times when things go wrong or not how you intended, but by having faith, it keeps you grounded and focused on your greater purpose. What we imagine at times might not be what God has in store for us, or it might not be the right timing. It is important to keep the faith that the Lord’s timing is never wrong and he has created a unique pathway for us all to follow.
2 Samuel 22:31 reads, “As for God, His way is perfect: The LORD’s word is flawless; He shields all who take refuge in Him." This verse is so powerful because we are all made in the image and likeness of our Savior and His “way is perfect.” Because His way is perfect, our journey is perfectly crafted by Him.
So remember to stand true to the temporary struggles and failures that may come, because your journey is perfect and He is leading us to our greater destiny, and by having faith nothing can take us away from what is meant for us. Remember, you can do all things through Christ who strengthens you.
ANTWONE CAMERON
Residence Director, Potter Hall
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About this Plan
This 40-day prayer plan was written by students, faculty and staff at Belmont University as a daily devotional for incoming freshmen. Each day guides and encourages new college students in their faith in Jesus Christ through the word of God and the sincere thoughts, seasoned advice and honest prayers of the contributing authors. May these words help you grow in your love for God and your love for others!
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