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Day 11 – Faith
When you think about faith, what’s the first thing you think about? Some people think about overcoming great adversity because of faith. Some people think about it only when there is crisis, and it’s what gets you through. Some people think it’s blind – that it defies reason and logic and you “just have to believe” or “let go and let God.” Any of these sound familiar? Whether you struggle with faith or see faith as your biggest strength, I hope that as you consider your new season of life here at Belmont, you do think about your faith in some capacity. Your life is about to change dramatically.
Faith is going to be the one constant thing you can cling to amidst your life of change. Faith is the hope for things unseen, it’s a quiet confidence and assurance that there’s something – or rather Someone – larger than yourself and in control. It isn’t blind. We are blessed to have an entire book that explains what it means to have faith and why we can have confidence in our faith in the Lord. It isn’t passive either. It’s not enough for us to sit back and watch life go by with the excuse of “well I have faith xyz will happen…”
Take a few minutes to break down Proverbs 3:5-6 and really reflect on the words. What does it look like to not lean on your own understanding? What does it mean to “acknowledge Him” in all your ways? Surely Solomon didn’t mean “hey God, here’s my plan, please bless it.” So how can you live a life of faith that’s trusting in God in all your ways and letting Him direct your path?
I’m a highly practical person. I like to think about the big picture long enough to figure out how to enact it. This might cause trouble sometimes but I always look for the best in it. For this, I think that trust and faith in God in all things has a strong basis in prayer. By praying about each day, each life decision, every struggle, every attitude – you can instill trust (faith) in God in your everyday life. It might not be easy every day, but it is necessary. You might not see the effects right away, but eventually, you will.
Liz Grubb | Resident Director of Heron hall
When you think about faith, what’s the first thing you think about? Some people think about overcoming great adversity because of faith. Some people think about it only when there is crisis, and it’s what gets you through. Some people think it’s blind – that it defies reason and logic and you “just have to believe” or “let go and let God.” Any of these sound familiar? Whether you struggle with faith or see faith as your biggest strength, I hope that as you consider your new season of life here at Belmont, you do think about your faith in some capacity. Your life is about to change dramatically.
Faith is going to be the one constant thing you can cling to amidst your life of change. Faith is the hope for things unseen, it’s a quiet confidence and assurance that there’s something – or rather Someone – larger than yourself and in control. It isn’t blind. We are blessed to have an entire book that explains what it means to have faith and why we can have confidence in our faith in the Lord. It isn’t passive either. It’s not enough for us to sit back and watch life go by with the excuse of “well I have faith xyz will happen…”
Take a few minutes to break down Proverbs 3:5-6 and really reflect on the words. What does it look like to not lean on your own understanding? What does it mean to “acknowledge Him” in all your ways? Surely Solomon didn’t mean “hey God, here’s my plan, please bless it.” So how can you live a life of faith that’s trusting in God in all your ways and letting Him direct your path?
I’m a highly practical person. I like to think about the big picture long enough to figure out how to enact it. This might cause trouble sometimes but I always look for the best in it. For this, I think that trust and faith in God in all things has a strong basis in prayer. By praying about each day, each life decision, every struggle, every attitude – you can instill trust (faith) in God in your everyday life. It might not be easy every day, but it is necessary. You might not see the effects right away, but eventually, you will.
Liz Grubb | Resident Director of Heron hall
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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