In life, we all face seasons that test our faith. There are
times when things feel uncertain, and it’s hard to understand what God is
doing. We may feel like nothing is changing or moving forward, and doubts begin
to rise in our hearts. But even in those quiet or difficult moments, Jesus
reminds us not to lose heart. He said,
Doubting Like Thomas
Thomas, one of Jesus' twelve disciples, is famously
remembered for his doubt. After Jesus’ resurrection, when the other disciples
said, "We have seen the Lord," Thomas replied:
Many of us live in this "Thomas phase" during hard times. When prayers go unanswered or situations worsen, we doubt God's presence, love, and power. Like Thomas, we demand signs, clarity, or physical evidence to believe God is still in control.
Sinking Like Peter
Another striking example is Peter walking on water. When the
disciples saw Jesus walking on the sea, Peter boldly said:
“Lord, if it is You, command me to come to You on the water.”
So He said, “Come.” – Matthew 14:28-29
Peter stepped out of the boat — full of faith. But when he saw the wind and waves, he was afraid and began to sink.
“Lord, save me!” he cried.
Jesus immediately reached out His hand and caught him. –
Matthew 14:30-31
How often are we like Peter? We start with faith — believing for healing, provision, or breakthrough — but as storms intensify, fear replaces faith, and we begin to sink emotionally and spiritually.
The lesson is clear: keep your eyes on Jesus, not on the storm.
Walking by Faith, Not by Sight
The Apostle Paul constantly emphasized faith amidst trials.
Whether he was imprisoned, shipwrecked, beaten, or facing death, Paul stood
firm, writing:
“I have learned in whatever state I am, to be content.” – Philippians 4:11
Paul teaches us that faith is not a feeling or based on circumstances. It is a decision to trust God no matter what.
“For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all.” – 2 Corinthians 4:17
Faith isn’t the absence of fear — it’s choosing to believe God is greater than the fear.
How Do We Respond in Our Daily Life?
Sometimes life feels like it’s not moving at all. We might
be waiting, unsure, or even struggling inside and we wonder if God sees or
hears us. The truth is, no matter what we’re facing, we are invited to bring it
all to Jesus. Through prayer and petition, we can pour out our hearts to Him,
and trust that He is working even when we can’t see it. Nothing we go through
is hidden from God. He knows our thoughts, our needs, and the desires of our
hearts.
Everyone faces challenges in life ,but each person’s struggle looks different. For some, it may be internal battles no one sees. For others, it could be pressures, disappointments, or daily hardships that weigh them down. No matter what it is, the truth remains the same: we all walk through situations that test our faith. But in every one of those moments, Jesus invites us to trust Him. He knows our pain, He understands our burdens, and He promises to walk with us through it all.
Even our trials have purpose. Peter reminds us that these tests are refining our faith:
“These trials will show that your faith is genuine. It is being tested as fire tests and purifies gold—though your faith is far more precious than mere gold.” – 1 Peter 1:7
Paul encourages us to hold on to faith in every season. He wrote,
“And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding,
will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 4:7
From Doubt to Faith – A Daily Choice
Faith is not a one-time decision; it is a daily walk. Even
the strongest believers have moments of doubt or sinking. What matters is not
whether we stumble, but whether we reach out to Jesus like Peter and confess
like Thomas:
“My Lord and my God!” – John 20:28
Faith That Overcomes
Let this be our prayer in every trial:
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