The Lifted Warrior
Seeking God: The Start to Faith
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What does it truly mean to have faith? Not just a casual acknowledgment of spiritual realities, but a transformative belief that shapes how we navigate our world. In this first episode of our new faith series, we dive deep into Hebrews 11:6 – "And it is impossible to please God without faith. Anyone who wants to come to him must believe that God exists and that he rewards those who sincerely seek him."
Faith begins with the profound realization that God doesn't just exist as a historical creator or future hope – He IS, right now. More real than the microphone I speak into, more substantial than the ground beneath your feet, more essential than the air filling your lungs. This isn't merely theological rhetoric; it's a perspective that revolutionizes how we experience each moment. For many believers, understanding God's past actions or future promises comes easily, but grasping His immediate presence transforms everything.
The second crucial aspect of faith explored is believing God rewards those who sincerely seek Him. Many struggle with this concept because earthly relationships, particularly with parents or authority figures, have created distorted expectations. But God isn't like our natural or spiritual parents – His very nature is to reward genuine seeking. Drawing from Nahum 1:7 and James 1:17, we see God's consistent character as a refuge and giver of good gifts, even to scattered believers facing uncertainty and destruction.
The key distinction? We must seek God Himself, not merely His blessings. When we pursue relationship with the Great I Am rather than chasing divine handouts, everything else naturally follows. The greatest reward isn't found in material blessings but in the refuge and relationship we find in Him.
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