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Faith in the Real World

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What practical benefits does faith provide? Here are a few. In essence, it’s a short list of God’s promises.

 

New beginnings

The life which I now live … I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for me.—Galatians 2:20

If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new.—2 Corinthians 5:17

 

Peace of mind

Be anxious for nothing, but … let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.—Philippians 4:6–7

 

Overcoming fear

I sought the Lord, and He heard me, and delivered me from all my fears.—Psalm 34:4

Whenever I am afraid, I will trust in [God].—Psalm 56:3

 

Guidance

Cause me to know the way in which I should walk, for I lift up my soul to You.—Psalm 143:8

In all your ways acknowledge [God], and He shall direct your paths.—Proverbs 3:6

 

Dealing with adversity

I would have lost heart, unless I had believed.—Psalm 27:13

With God all things are possible.—Matthew 19:26

 

Safety

I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress; my God, in Him I will trust.”—Psalm 91:2

 

Security for the future

I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope.—Jeremiah 29:11

Commit your way to the Lord, trust also in Him, and He shall bring it to pass.—Psalm 37:5

 

Understanding

Please, Lord, hear my prayer and give me the understanding that comes from your word.—Psalm 119:169 CEV

 

Relief from stress

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me to lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still waters. He restores my soul.—Psalm 23:1–3

 

Patience

The testing of your faith produces patience.—James 1:3

 

Healing

Is anyone among you sick? The prayer of faith will save the sick, and the Lord will raise him up.—James 5:14–15

To you who fear My name the Sun of Righteousness shall arise with healing in His wings.—Malachi 4:2

 

Happiness

Our heart shall rejoice in Him, because we have trusted in His holy name.—Psalm 33:21

The joy of the Lord is your strength.—Nehemiah 8:10 

 

Maria Fontaine

Maria Fontaine is the spiritual and administrative co-director (along with her husband, Peter Amsterdam) of the Family International, a Christian community of faith dedicated to sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ around the world. She is the author of numerous articles on the Christian faith life.

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