“And Jesus said to him: If you can believe; all things are possible to him who believes. Immediately the boy’s father cried out and said with tears, ‘Lord, I believe; help my unbelief!’” (Mark 9:23-24).
Even in a small spark, there is fire. Try putting that spark on a cloth with gasoline and you will see how it bursts into flames. In the same way, if you have faith, even if it is weak, it is still faith. Faith is not always a bright torch; sometimes, it is a faint candle. Yet, just as a candle gives light, though less intense than a torch, faith, even in its most fragile form, still brings illumination.
It is God who awakens this desire for faith in us and, even more, who brings it to fulfillment. Many wish to have more faith, to grow spiritually, but find themselves stuck, unable to move forward, because they lack obedience to the Father’s commandments. True faith is not just a feeling or a conviction; it is strengthened and matured through obedience. It is by aligning ourselves with God’s instructions that we discover the power of a living and growing faith.
When we make the firm decision to obey all of God’s instructions and ignore the influences of those who disobey, we experience the kind of faith that moves mountains. This is the faith that lights the way, overcomes challenges, and connects us deeply to the Father. Obedience is the fertile ground where faith germinates, grows, and bears fruit, bringing us closer to God and to His eternal purpose for our lives. -Adapted from Henry Müller. Until tomorrow, if the Lord allows us.
Pray with me: Lord my God, thank you for the light of faith, even when it seems small and fragile in my heart. I know that, like a spark, even the smallest faith can illuminate my life and lead me to You. Help me to trust that this faith, which You have awakened in me, has power when nourished by obedience to Your Word. Do not let me underestimate the strength of this flame, for I know it can grow and bring light in the midst of darkness.
Heavenly Father, enable me to obey Your commandments with integrity and courage. I know that it is in obedience that my faith finds ground to grow and flourish. Help me to ignore the influences of those who disobey and to remain steadfast in Your will, so that my faith may become alive, robust, and able to overcome any challenge You allow me to face.
Oh, faithful God, I praise You because You are the author and finisher of my faith. You are the one who plants the seed in my heart and makes it grow. Grant me the blessing to remain in obedience, so that my faith may not be just a weak flame, but a strong and steady light that reflects Your presence and leads others to You. Your beloved Son is my eternal Prince and Savior. Your mighty Law is a wall of protection around me. I love Your commandments, for they are the compass that guides my spirit through the seas of life. I pray in the precious name of Jesus, amen.
