Developing Faith

I have always enjoyed the story of Daniel in the lion’s den. What a turn around of an impossible situation. What is especially impressive is the absolute peace that Daniel carried in his soul. The only way he could walk in peace was through his absolute faith that God would take care of Him, no matter what would happen.

Daniel walked with confidence into that immediate crisis because he had a foundation of faith building. For years he spent time with God, praying openly three times a day and walking in obedience. He had exercised his faith so that his spiritual muscles were in shape at that critical point in time. Our faith is developed a day, an hour at a time. Steve Backland says those convictions that develop our faith are time with God and His Word, fellowship and worship, serving in ministry, financial giving, speaking God’s promises, prioritizing our family, having strong accountability relationships, and putting ourselves in places where God’ power can touch lives and the lives of others. Strong faith is slowly built , one day at a time and is available when we need it most.