By Faith

Hebrews 11:1...Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.

I'm a science teacher by trade. It's hard for me to just accept things that I cannot see. I want everything to be logical and orderly... so this concept of faith is a hard one.

If someone came up to me and said, "Buy this stock, it's a great buy, just trust me," I would never do it. I'd go home and do research and ask a million people what they thought of the stock. If everything looked good and I was comfortable with it, I'd buy the stock. And I'd call a person foolish or naive if he or she just bought the stock without checking it out for him or herself.

So what about God calling me to believe in him even though I can't see him? What about following his rules when sometimes they don't make logical sense?

I will admit that there are times when I doubt. My faith wavers. But God has impressed it strongly on my heart that when I am obedient to him I am content. While that is not visible it is still real, and it is proof enough for me that my faith in Him is soundly placed.

Contentment for me comes out of simplicity. When I make time for what is really important and cut out the fluff, life is more manageable and enjoyable.

My prayer today...
Lord, help me overcome my wishy-washy unbelief so that I can earnestly seek you and press on...Amen