Every Journey Begins With a StepSample

Start with a step forward.

As we journey forward in our walk with God, we must continually listen to God’s voice and take steps forward in obedience. God will prompt us to move forward in our relationships, make bold moves in business, and continually press in to know Him better.

For me, it’s easier and sometimes even fun to take steps when the path seems clear, and I have some understanding of what’s ahead. But when we look at Abraham’s example, we can see that he began moving before he knew where he was going. Sometimes, God will invite us to walk before he shows us the destination.

I’ve found in business that there are times when we have to trust God and make decisions based on what we know of His character more than knowledge of the outcome.

When faced with a difficult situation, ask these questions:

1. What is the problem?
2. What is God’s response?
3. What steps can I take this week to walk forward in faith?

Our faith grows as we trust God, follow His direction, and see Him prove Himself repeatedly. Just as Abraham had to step out and move his family and household to a land God promised him without fully knowing where he was going, we, too, get to adventure with God through all the twists and turns our life presents.

Faith without works is dead. (James 2:20) Therefore, we must act on our faith. Faith is an action word – it requires us to step out. We can say we believe in God, but we prove our faith when we’re tested. Will you follow and obey even if it’s hard? Even if you can’t see the full picture? Anyone can say they believe God when they are comfortable and safe. It’s when trial comes that we show our real convictions.

As we follow through, obey, and walk with God, we see His faithfulness, and our faith grows. God invites us to participate in what He’s doing because He wants relationship with us. He wants us to partner with Him to shine His light into the world. What an amazing concept! Our faith equips us to team up with God.

What steps of faith can you take this week?