58 And he did not do many mighty works there, because of their unbelief. Matthew 13:58 ESV
In this verse from Matthew, the "there" is Nazareth. But what could we substitute for the "there" in our lives? There = our home. There = our church. There = our business. There = our personal relationships. What blessings, wonders, and miracles are we missing because of our unbelief?
Jesus told His disciples if they had faith only the size of a mustard seed, they could "say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move, and nothing will be impossible for you.” (Matthew 17:20 ESV)
Peter's faith allowed him to walk on water. (Matthew 14:29 ESV)
The Israelite's faith caused them to walk around a walled city for seven days before shouting the city into destruction. (Joshua 6 ESV)
Why then do we allow our lack of faith to hinder God's working in our lives? If God can suspend the laws of nature to allow a person to walk on water, surely He can get us through some office ridicule for reading the Bible on our lunch hour. If obedience in walking in circles can collapse a fortress, will He not also take care of our bills if we are faithful in our tithes and offerings.
When God calls us into action, He will equip. But it is our faith that will allow us to see His plans come to furution. Our lack of faith can result in God's lack of action. When Peter took his eyes off Jesus, he began to sink. If the Israelites had skipped a day of walking in a circle around Jericho, on the seventh day, the walls would have stood firm.
Do not let your lack of faith keep God's blessings from your life, your family, or your church.
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