UNRELENTING FAITH: HOLDING ON TO GOD’S PROMISES
OCTOBER 24, 2024
TEXT:Mark 5:28
For she said, If I may touch but his clothes, I shall be whole.
Unrelenting faith is an unwavering and unshakeable trust in God Almighty, disregarding limitations and barriers. The story of the woman with the issue of blood in our text exemplifies this kind of faith. After 12 years of suffering and exhausting her resources on futile medical solutions, she seized the opportunity to touch Jesus’ garment amidst a throng of people, resulting in her miraculous healing. This scenario teaches us the necessity of unrelenting faith when seeking something from God.
CHARACTERISTICS OF UNRELENTING FAITH
✅ Persistence: Exhibiting determination, despite obstacles.
✅ Courage and Confidence: Trusting God wholeheartedly, as seen in the woman’s boldness to push through the crowd. (Mark 5:27-28)
✅ Humility: Acknowledging helplessness and relying on God, as the woman recognized her need for divine healing. (Luke 8:47)
✅ Perseverance: Enduring hardship and difficulties, as the woman endured 12 years of suffering before receiving her breakthrough. (Mark 5:25-26)
CHALLENGES TO UNRELENTING FAITH
✅ Doubt and Unbelief: Hindering faith and causing uncertainty. (Matthew 14:31)
✅ Disappointment and Delay: Undermining faith due to delayed answers, leading to frustration and despair. (Psalms 13:1-2)
✅ Spiritual Dryness and Weariness: Weakening faith during challenging times, making it difficult to persevere.
PRACTICAL STEPS/APPLICATIONS
✅ Incessant Prayer: Demonstrating continued trust in God, fostering a deepening relationship. (1 Thessalonians 5:17)
✅ Taking Steps of Faith: Acting despite fear, following Holy Spirit promptings, and trusting in God’s guidance. (Matthew 14:29)
✅ Arming Yourself with Scripture: Holding onto God’s promises, finding strength and encouragement in His Word. (Psalm 119:105)
✅ Surrounding Yourself with People of Faith: Encouraging and strengthening faith through supportive relationships. (Hebrews 10:24-25)
SEARCHLIGHT:
Unrelenting faith relies on God’s power and faithfulness, not our strength. It is the key to unlocking miraculous breakthroughs.
PRAYERS:
- LORD, like the woman with the issue of blood, increase my faith and attend to my needs.
- LORD, help me to persevere in faith, despite challenges and delays.
BIBLE READING:
Ezekiel 25-27, Matthew 23.
PST. MICHAEL OMOLE
