Faith And Confidence

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Faith and confidence are foundational elements in the life of a believer, deeply interwoven throughout Scripture. Hebrews 11:1 defines faith as 'the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen,' highlighting the essence of trusting in God's promises even when they are not immediately visible. This confidence is not rooted in our circumstances but in the character of God, as expressed in Psalms 27:3, where David proclaims, 'Though an army encamp against me, my heart shall not fear; though war arise against me, yet I will be confident.' Such unwavering confidence is essential for enduring trials and tribulations, as Paul encourages in Philippians 4:13, stating, 'I can do all things through him who strengthens me.' Furthermore, Jesus teaches in Mark 11:24 that when we pray with faith, believing that we have received what we ask for, it will be ours. This assurance empowers believers to act boldly in their faith, knowing that God is faithful to His word. Ultimately, confidence in God fosters a deeper relationship with Him, enabling us to navigate life's uncertainties with peace and assurance, as affirmed in Romans 15:13, where Paul writes, 'May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.'

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Richard E. Bieber preaches about the importance of having confidence in God, using the story of Samuel and the early believers in Acts as examples. He emphasizes the need to say 'Speak, Lord, for your servant is listening' when God calls us, and how connecting with God can transform our weaknesses i

Hebrews 11:1

“Now faith is the assurance of what we hope for and the certainty of what we do not see.”

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Psalms 27:3

“Though an army encamps around me, my heart will not fear; though a war breaks out against me, I will keep my trust.”

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Philippians 4:13

“I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.”

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Mark 11:24

“Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.”

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Romans 15:13

“Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you believe in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”

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Isaiah 41:10

“Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My right hand of righteousness.”

2 Corinthians 12:9

“But He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is perfected in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly in my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest on me. That is why, for the sake of Christ, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.”

Colossians 1:11

“being strengthened with all power according to His glorious might so that you may have full endurance and patience, and joyfully”

Ephesians 6:10

“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power.”

Isaiah 40:29

“He gives power to the faint and increases the strength of the weak. Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall. But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint.”