05/16/2021
Countless times throughout the bible people are commended, not for their actions, eloquent words, stature in society or how much land or money they had – they were commended for their faith in God. Hebrews 11:1 says, “Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not yet seen.” As LeeAnna, baby A and I start our new journey we are stepping out in faith, following Jesus. That’s what He requires of each of us – you, me – everyone. We believers must stand “together as one for the faith of the gospel” (Philippians 1:27). Having and practicing faith is a family affair. We are together in this thing called life and there will be difficult, sad moments but through it all we must continue to practice our faith. Faith not stretched, stressed or strained isn’t much of an active faith at all. Our faith is going to take us to places we are not prepared for, not equipped for so that we may walk by faith, not by sight. To be solely dependent on Jesus.
Stepping out in faith requires of you to be ok with wondering in the desert, being led into the wilderness of life and not knowing all the answers. Are you ok with that mystery, the wilderness, the unknown? They say “knowledge is power,” but that can’t be fully true in my opinion, it’s what you do with that knowledge that matters most. And what is knowledge if not the discernment of our curiosity? Many have accumulated much knowledge and yet know nothing, because they lack the discernment as to what and when to apply that knowledge. Living by faith dances along without all the answers to a place beyond certainty. It’s in those places, I dare say, we will find Jesus waiting for us.
In this transition of the FBCNN Youth ministry – questions will arise, doubts will surface – but step into the unknown with the certainty that Jesus is with you. Seek His face in every aspect of your lives, because He is there. Be curious as to what God is up to in every circumstance and in every situation. Faith is a gift – open it – use it! Let God guide your every step as you move along in your journey. Hear the music of the future and dance away!
