What is faith ? It is the confident assurance that something we want is going to happen. It is the certainty that what we hope for is waiting for us, even though we cannot see it up ahead.
Hebrews 11:1
There are times when we’re waiting on God to do something, but God is waiting on us.
Think of all the people in the Scripture who didn’t wait for Jesus to come to them, but sought Him out passionately for their needs, even pushing through crowds to touch the hem of His garment for healing.
God has a perfect time for each of us, but today’s Scripture says, “Faith is...” Faith is always in the now.
It may not bring the change overnight, for we all have waiting periods.
But our faith should stay active.
Your faith is going to turn things around.
Your faith is going to open the right doors.
Your faith is going to bring unexpected favor.
Live with the anticipation that it could happen today.
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