3/9/25 Faith That Pleases God

Takeaway: Without faith, it is impossible to please God.

“Yet, without faith, it is impossible to please God: no one draws near to God, without first believing, that he exists, and that he rewards those who seek him earnestly.” — Hebrews 11:6

Opening Prayer

Lord God, I come before You with a heart ready to receive Your truth. Fill this time with Your presence and open my eyes to see You more clearly. Strengthen my faith, refine my heart, and guide my steps according to Your will. May this devotion draw me closer to You and deepen my trust in Your unfailing love. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Reflection

Faith is not just a passive belief—it’s an active, dynamic trust in God. The writer of Hebrews makes it clear: without faith, it is impossible to please God. This isn’t just about believing in God’s existence. It’s about having a deep, unwavering trust that God is who He says He is and that He is actively working in our lives.

In Hebrews 11, we read about the great heroes of faith, people who believed God’s promises even when they couldn’t see how they would come to pass. From Abel to Abraham to Hannah, they took steps of faith that were grounded in a confidence that God would fulfill His word. Their faith was a faith that pleased God, not because they were perfect, but because they trusted in His goodness and His ability to accomplish His will.

But faith is not a one-time decision or an intellectual exercise. It’s an ongoing relationship, a daily surrender to God’s will. God desires that our faith moves beyond simple acknowledgment of His existence. He calls us to trust Him in every moment, to seek Him earnestly, and to believe that He rewards those who do.

Imagine a child who jumps into the arms of a parent, trusting they will be caught. The child’s faith isn’t in the strength of their own abilities, but in the loving care of the parent. Similarly, God asks us to jump into His arms with the same trust, believing He will catch us, no matter the circumstances.

When we step out in faith, it pleases God, not because we’re perfect, but because our hearts are aligned with His. It’s a faith that’s not dependent on seeing the end result but trusting that God’s plan is in each step.

Question

How can you live out your faith in a way that pleases God today?

Application

• Active Faith in Everyday Life. Consider how you can live out your faith in your daily routines and relationships.

• Letting Go of Control. Think of an area of your life where you are holding on tightly and take a step toward releasing control to God.

• Faith in the Waiting. Reflect on how you can have faith while waiting for God’s promises to unfold.

Closing Prayer

Lord, I want to please You with my faith. Help me to trust You more deeply, and to believe that You are good, even when I can’t see the way forward. Teach me to live out my faith in every moment, showing the world that I trust in Your promises. Thank You for Your unwavering love and faithfulness. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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