Believe Again: Restoring Faith When Hope Feels Lostഉദാഹരണം

As we conclude this devotional, I want to encourage you and pray another verse over you. In Luke chapter 22, we find a profound moment where Jesus tells Peter that the Devil desires to sift him like wheat—an imagery that evokes the idea of being shaken and tested. But He (Jesus) has prayed for him that his faith will not fail. In the same way that Jesus prayed for Peter, I want to believe and pray over you…that your faith will not fail.

You now know or have been reminded that the enemy is a liar. You have been given examples of how to have hope contrary to hope, how Jesus will meet you where you are, and how He is faithful. I pray that something you've read here ignites a spark within you to believe anew, rekindling your hope in the One who remains unwaveringly faithful to complete what He has promised.

If you're still struggling, I encourage you to think about the times when God came through in your life, even in the "small" things. The simple fact that you woke up this morning and are engaging with this devotional is a testament to God's ongoing purpose and plan for your life. I urge you to place your trust in God with your whole heart, leaning on Him for strength and guidance. Galatians 6:9 tells us not to grow weary in well-doing and that we will reap a harvest if we faint not.

Completing this plan is a testament to you're not growing weary. Maybe you said, "I'll complete just one more devotional," and now your faith is rising. I pray that your faith continues to increase day by day as you and the Lord renew strength and dependence on Him. I encourage you to read my devotional "Reasonable Doubt" if you are still wrestling with faith and having doubts about God.

Prayer: Lord, thank You for encouraging the person reading this right now to believe again. I pray for their faith, hope, and trust in You to increase. Their faith will not fail in this season. No matter what they have experienced, I know You to be faithful. I pray they are strengthened and encouraged to continue the faith journey, knowing You are faithful to perform what You promised. In Jesus’ name, Amen.