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A Hard Look At Our Convictions. Hebrews 11:6. “But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him” (Hebrews 11:6). The Ingredients Of Personal Faith. Credence {belief} (Jn. 8:24)
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A Hard Look At Our Convictions Hebrews 11:6
“But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him” (Hebrews 11:6)
The Ingredients Of Personal Faith • Credence {belief} (Jn. 8:24) • This includes not only the what, but also the why (1 Peter 3:15) • Confidence {trust} (2 Tim. 1:12) • Real trust produces unconditional obedience (Lk. 5:4-5) • Constancy {faithful} (Heb. 3:14) • Right to the end (2 Tim. 4:7-8; Rev. 2:10)
What About Traditions? • Some people have a faith that is a little more than tradition (Mk. 7:1-9) • Not really their own • No really conviction in it • This does not mean tradition is ALWAYS wrong or vain (2 Tim. 3:14-15; 2 Thess. 2:15)
Real faith is more than tradition • The difference is not in the CONTENT, but in the QUALITY of our faith • Faith based on tradition will almost always be weak • Real faith stands the test (1 Peter 1:6-7) • [Especially when dealing with things like • temptation or hardship or judgment]
How May We Increase Our Faith? • The apostles saw a need for such increase (Lk. 17:5) • Familiarity and application • Faith through the word (Rom. 10:17) • Welcoming the word in (Col. 3:16a) • Living by faith (Gal. 2:20; 3:11) • This is how we grow/are built up (2 Peter 3:18; Acts 20:32)