Developing faith

Hebrews 11:1 - This chapter lists people who showed true faith.

Hebrews 11:7 - Noah had faith in what he had not yet seen.

Hebrews 11:8 - Without faith, we cannot serve God.

What does Romans 10:17 say about how faith is developed?

Faith comes by hearing the word of God.

In I Corinthians 2:5, what did Paul tell them their faith would rest upon?

Their faith would rest upon the power of God.

Given what the Holy spirit said in I Corinthians 15:14, is faith worth anything if it is based on fiction?

Certainly not!

Maintaining faith

Read Philippians 1:21-30. What would help our faith to grow and develop?

Standing firm in one spirit and suffering for Christ’s sake.

What was God’s message to the early Christians in Revelation 2:10?

Be faithful unto death!

What do we learn about faith from the witnesses referenced in Hebrews 12:1?

We have people cheering us on. We should be motivated to maintain our faith.

Losing faith

List some reasons why people stop serving the Lord.

Relationships with unfaithful people

Some calamity happens that is beigger than their faith

Discord in the church

Failure to study and grow

Hypocrisy among other Christians

In Colossians 2:4-8, what did Paul warn the Colossians about?

Persuasive arguments, philosophy and empty deception, and things which have the appearance of wisdom