Faith Grows by Continually Hearing God's Word
Faith's spiritual growth and understanding comes through continuous hearing of the Word of God, not just once or twice. You must feed their spirit with God's promises to grow in faith, which can leads to miracles and transformation in life.
Faith Principles
- Faith is developed through repeated hearing.
- Faith grows over time.
- Romans 10:17 Continual hearing for faith development.
- Jesus: The Bread of Life—Jesus is essential spiritual sustenance.
Hearing as a Source of Faith
- Repeated exposure to the Word builds faith.
- Hearing should be active; it's not enough to have heard it once.
Growth in Spirit
- Believers are spirits living in bodies; thus, spiritual nourishment is crucial.
- New believers need foundational teachings (referred to as "milk").
- Just as babies grow physically, so do believers spiritually through consistent teaching.
Fuel for Faith
- The Word of God [the promises from God] act as fuel for growing faith.
Understanding Scripture
- Emphasis on grasping the meaning behind scriptures rather than surface-level reading.
Having Ears That Hear
- Not everyone hears God's voice; it requires a heart open to His word.
Practical Steps for Retaining the Word
- Suggestions include confessing scripture aloud regularly and keeping it at the forefront of one’s mind.
Abiding in His Word
- True power comes when God's word abides within us, allowing us direct access to His promises.
Living by Faith vs. Sight
- Fix your eyes on eternal truths promised by God even if circumstances seem contrary (2 Corinthians 4:17).
True growth in faith comes from persistent engagement with God's Word—hearing it repeatedly until it becomes an integral part of one’s life. This process leads not only to personal transformation but also equips us with strength during trials, ultimately resulting in visible changes both personally and spiritually.