July 19: Living Out Your Faith: Being a Doer, Not Just a Hearer
Theme: Being a Doer, not just a hearer
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| Kerry Batchu-Hamilton, Kings SDA Church |
Life
often takes unexpected turns. We plan with hopeful hearts—dreaming of marriage,
family, and success—yet reality can feel like a roller coaster: thrilling,
uncertain, and sometimes overwhelming. In those moments, our greatest source of
strength is unwavering faith in the true and living God. But faith is not just
about listening to sermons or reading the Bible—it’s about living what we
believe. It’s about being a doer, not just a hearer.
Still,
living out our faith isn’t always easy. Sometimes we face situations that leave
us frozen—unsure of what to do, spiritually drained, and confused. We ask
ourselves, Why is this so hard? We remember how we once encouraged others to
have faith, yet now we struggle with impatience and doubt. But God knows our
hearts. He understands our struggles and will send the right person at the
right time to remind us we’re not alone.
In
those trying times, I pray for direction and strength. Faith isn’t about always
having answers—it’s about trusting even when we don’t. As Psalm 32:8 assures
us, “I will instruct thee and teach thee in the way which thou shalt go: I will
guide thee with mine eye.” God promises to guide us, even when the path is
unclear.
Abraham’s
story gives us a clear example of lived-out faith. When called by God to leave
his home and journey into the unknown, he obeyed without hesitation. “By faith
Abraham... obeyed; and he went out, not knowing whither he went.” — Hebrews 11:8. Abraham didn’t just
believe—he acted. As Ellen White wrote, “True faith lays hold of Christ and
acts upon His promises.” — Steps to Christ, p. 71.
Even
nature teaches us perseverance. During childbirth, pain continues until the
baby is born—then healing begins. Life works the same way. Trials may hurt, but
they often prepare us for deeper strength and healing. God's silence doesn’t
mean absence—it’s often His way of building something greater within us.
Living
out our faith means loving when it’s hard, forgiving when it’s painful, and
trusting when it’s unclear. James says, “Even so faith, if it hath not works,
is dead, being alone.” — James 2:17.
Ellen White echoes this: “The strongest argument in favor of the gospel is a
loving and lovable Christian.” — Ministry of Healing, p. 470. People should see
Jesus in our actions—how we treat others, rise from failure, and endure with
hope.
Jesus
Himself modeled this. In John 13, after washing His disciples' feet, He said,
“If I then, your Lord and Master, have washed your feet; ye also ought to wash
one another’s feet... If ye know these things, happy are ye if ye do them.” — John 13:14, 17. He didn’t just
preach—He served. Christ calls us to do the same: to lead through service, even
when others test our patience or treat us unfairly.
So
when you feel cast down, remember—you are not destroyed. Rise again. Ask God
for strength when you’re weary. If you fall, forgive yourself. It’s not your
righteousness that saves you, but Christ’s. Ask for His forgiveness, surrender
daily, and keep moving forward.
To every Daughter of the King: you are in the budding stage of
life. It’s time to bloom in Christ. Let the aroma of your faith draw others to
Him. You’ve been nourished by His Word—now stand tall and shine. Live out your
faith with confidence and joy.
Closing Prayer:
Lord, help me live as a doer of Your Word.
Give me strength in weakness and guide
me through life’s trials.
May my life reflect Your love each day.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Very encouraging and inspiring. God bless you.
ReplyDeleteAmen. A great timely reminder
ReplyDeleteAmen. Let's all be doers of God's word
ReplyDeleteTimely reminder. Put faith into action
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