It was by faith that Noah built the ark. It was by faith that Abraham obeyed God to leave his home and go to another land. It was by faith that Sara was able to have a child. It was by faith that Abraham offered Issac as a sacrifice. It was by faith that Issac offered blessings to his sons Jacob and Esau. It was by faith that Moses left Egypt. It was by faith that the people of Israel walked the riverbed of the the Red Sea. It was by faith that the people of Israel walked around Jericho for seven days. The list is endless of those that have lived not only for their faith, but because of their faith.
I am ashamed, actually embarrassed....I ask myself, what have I done in faith or by faith lately? Really, we all talk about faith, we sing about faith, we 'act' in faith...but do we really LIVE in faith? Be honest....when I think of living by faith, I envision all of our missionaries because they are truly living by and in faith. I am humbled by their dedication and commitment.
I pray today not only for myself, but for all my brothers and sisters both known and unknown, that we shall live more BY FAITH, and IN FAITH in trusting our Heavenly Father. We don't have to live perfect lives, just live HOLY. Let us all be slow to speak, quick to repent, and even quicker to forgive...then, and only then will we all be on a better path in pleasing our God. Let us live more by faith so we too may earn a good reputation.
Now be blessed so you may be a blessing to others, random acts of aloha or kindness will never go unseen by God. As God has reached out and touched your heart, may you find the compassion and boldness to help someone less fortunate than you this week.
Aloha ke Akua
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