Episode 161: Faith Matters - Introduction - Mis-placed Faith - Part 1

Faith Matters - Introduction - Mis-placed Faith - Part 1
We are going to do a 3-week series on the topic, faith matters. It may not be what you think. This may not be your typical discussion on faith.

"Faith" is primarily a noun, but it is frequently described as a verb in theological and practical contexts, emphasizing active trust rather than just passive belief. As a noun, it refers to belief, trust, or loyalty, while in practice, it is often viewed as a verb representing active trust and action.

Have you ever heard someone ask, what is your faith? I am of the (insert the denomination) faith?

Mis-placed Faith – Faith vs Trust

Faith is the Intellectual belief and conviction in something not yet seen , while trust is the active, application of that faith. Faith believes God can do something / trust is resting in him even when the outcome is delayed. Faith is the foundation, trust is activating an expression of that belief.

Growing up in the church, most of us have been programed into believing into someone else’s idea of what your faith should look like or be like and many never break away from it. People have been forced out of local bodies and denominations due to having a belief contrary to that particular set of statutes and beliefs. The truth is that if you get 5 people from any denomination in a room and find out what they believe, you will probably get some different views. The sad thing is they don’t want to ruffle feathers, so they keep it to themselves in fear of being dis-enfranchised. Why is the church so set in their ways that they don’t encourage folks to explore and search on their own. Serving a set of doctrines and right and wrongs stifles any creativity a person might be led of God to share.
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