Faith. It’s a small word, but it carries enormous weight.
As we step through this year, our focus has been on one central truth: you gotta have faith. Not just faith in yourself—though confidence is good—but true faith in God. Because here’s the reality: we fail, people fail, life throws unexpected curveballs. But God never fails. He is perfect, steady, and unchanging, and that’s where our faith belongs.
Faith is what carries us through obstacles and hardships. It’s also what helps us recognize and celebrate the blessings God pours into our lives daily.
Faith in Action
It’s not enough to talk about faith; we must live it. Real faith is more than belief—it’s belief that moves us to action. James 1:22 reminds us to be “doers of the word, not just hearers.”
So how do we put faith into action? Here are three ways:
1. Put God First
Matthew 6:33 says, “Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.”
Faith begins with priorities. What—or who—sits on the throne of your heart? When God is truly first, everything else falls into place.
2. Pray for God’s Will
Jesus taught us to pray, “Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven” (Matthew 6:10). Faith isn’t insisting on our own way; it’s trusting God’s way. Praying for His will aligns us with His purposes, even when life doesn’t unfold the way we expect.
3. Practice the Presence of God
Faith means living daily with the awareness that God is with you everywhere you go. Jeremiah 23:23–24 reminds us that God is both near and far—present in every moment and place. Practicing His presence means surrendering our choices, decisions, and direction to Him, knowing He is always with us.
Stories of Faith
Faith isn’t abstract—it’s lived out in real lives.
A military veteran shared how joining a small group transformed his spiritual journey, giving him family-like community and the strength to grow in faith.
Families in seasons of loss have prayed not just for healing, but for God’s will to be done—and even in grief, they’ve found peace in trusting Him.
Countless others have stepped out in service, joined groups, or taken bold steps of faith, discovering that when you trust God, He shows up in ways you never imagined.
Why Faith Matters
Hebrews 11:6 says, “Without faith it is impossible to please God.” Faith opens the door to God’s favor, strength, and guidance. With faith, the impossible becomes possible (Luke 1:37).
Faith gives:
Hope when life feels hopeless.
Strength when we are weak.
Victory when defeat seems certain.
Direction when we feel lost.
But faith must move beyond words. It calls us to put God first, pray for His will, and live daily in His presence.
A Personal Reminder
Years ago, during a difficult season, I couldn’t sleep. In the middle of the night, I woke up repeatedly, each time looking at the clock—and each time hearing the same words in my heart: “Have faith in God.”
That simple phrase reshaped my outlook. It reminded me that no matter the circumstance, the call is the same: trust Him fully, live it out boldly, and walk forward in faith.
Final Thoughts
You gotta have faith.
Not just belief, but action.
Not just words, but surrender.
Put God first. Pray for His will. Live every moment aware of His presence.
Because when you live by faith, you don’t just survive—you thrive.
