February 13, 2023

Dear Friend,

When God wants to do something on the earth, He looks for a person who will believe Him. God always requires an act of faith.

When Jesus came to the tomb of Lazarus, he told the friends of Lazarus, “Remove the stone.” There was a big stone in front of the tomb and, although God could have removed the stone with an earthquake or an angel, He had another person remove the stone. Removing the stone was an act of faith. Let’s look at this story in the Word of God:

Jesus said, “Remove the stone.” Martha, the sister of the deceased, said to Him, “Lord, by this time there will be a stench, for he has been dead four days.”
Jesus said to her, “Did I not say to you that if you believe, you will see the glory of God?”
John 11:39,40 (NASB)

The Lord Jesus loved Lazarus and his sisters.  He loves you and me, too. But in order for Jesus to reveal His power and glory on earth, He needs our faith. Chances are, He will require an act of faith—even something as simple as removing a tomb stone or touching the clothing of an anointed man or woman of God.

And without faith it is impossible to please Him.
Hebrews 11:6a (NASB)

My friend, this week let’s give God what pleases Him—an act of faith!

Pastor Jo