Day 1 - "Foundation of Faith" | By Pastor GV Lehayan

DAY 1: FOUNDATION OF FAITHScriptureHebrews 11:1“Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.”​ReflectionWe live in a culture that often measures faith by emotional intensity, leading us to say, “We will do this by faith,” or “I have faith, so I can handle this.” But if we are honest, we often rely on the fleeting feeling of having faith rather than its true biblical reality, leaving us questioning ourselves when emotions fade: what is faith really, and why is it crucial for us to understand it properly?​The passage tells us that faith gives us confidence in what we hope for and assurance about things we cannot yet see. Theologian Dallas Willard offered a definition that illuminates this deeply: “Faith is commitment to action, often beyond our natural abilities, based upon knowledge of God and God's ways.” Now Hebrews 11:1 makes complete sense. We have confidence and assurance—even when what we hope for hasn't materialized yet—because faith is acting upon who God is and how He works.​The heroes of faith in Hebrews 11 lived by faith even before God’s ultimate promise in Christ was physically fulfilled in their lifetime, because they knew the character of the One who promised. The substance of our faith isn't our own willpower or an emotional feeling; it is our knowledge of God—and He is always faithful to His Word.​Is there anything God promised you that you are doubting right now because your circumstances look completely opposite? The Lord remains faithful. He sees your pain, and He knows your questions. He doesn't condemn you for your doubts; instead, He invites you to keep holding on because He who promised is faithful. He is working right now, even when you feel like He isn't, and He is nearer than you think, fulfilling His purpose even through your present trial.​PrayerLord, thank You that my faith does not have to rest on my fluctuating feelings, but on Your solid, unshakeable character. Forgive me for the times I rely on my own willpower rather than who You are and how You work. Give me the grace to commit to action today based on Your truth, believing that You are working behind the scenes even when I cannot see it. Help me to keep holding on, confident in Your unending faithfulness. In Jesus' name, Amen.​Today's PracticeIdentify one small decision or step you need to take today. Instead of waiting until you feel confident or fearless, take that step as an intentional act of obedience, trusting in who God is and how He works.This podcast aims to strengthen your faith in the Lord Jesus by giving you additional insights from God's word based on each week's Sunday sermon. Join us and let's experience real life in Christ together with others.