Faith is not knowing the future, but knowing who is in charge of the future.
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Faith is a tricky thing because it's rooted in something that isn't tangible. Rather, its rooted in reflection.
I'm such a reflective practitioner yet my level of faith is not always as high as it should be. My personal goal is to strengthen my faith, but how does one go about doing that?
I realize my reflection usually encompasses self-improvement, ways I can make myself better. I rarely reflect with JOY and GRATITUDE, acknowledging thankfulness for all things - big and small - God has provided in my life.
That needs to change.
I'm starting to see in order to have faith I need to of had a previous moment in my life that gives me reason to believe the outcome will be abundant. Without acknowledging JOY and GRATITUDE on a regular basis, it's no wonder my faith is constantly wavering.
I need to remember the past in order to be reminded how previous outcomes have played out. I need to recall the amazing things happening - usually after they have been done, to note it and show gratitude for it.
Our faith grows when we respond and reflect with gratitude.
“By following God’s commands to stop, reflect, worship, and sacrifice, these memories become the very fabric of their faith.”
A key predictor of our obedience in the future is remembering God’s goodness in the past.