Faith is often misunderstood as a grand, sweeping gesture — a sudden leap into the unknown. But what if faith actually begins with the smallest, most tender steps? Imagine a tiny seed, barely visible, that holds within it the power to grow into a towering tree. This is the essence of baby faith, the gentle trust that starts our spiritual journey.
Baby faith is like the trust of a child, simple and unburdened by fear or doubt. It allows us to hope for what we cannot yet see. From this humble beginning, faith grows as we embrace maybe faith — the willingness to move forward despite uncertainty. Life rarely offers us full clarity, yet faith invites us to act on the 'maybe', stepping out with courage even when the path is unclear.
Consider the story of a man who left his homeland at seventy-five, not knowing where he was going but trusting a promise. Or the woman who believed in the possibility of a child despite her old age. These examples show that faith is not about perfect knowledge but about trust that compels action.
As faith grows, it encounters the challenge of waiting faith. Waiting is often the hardest part — seasons when answers seem delayed and hope is tested. Yet, waiting is an active form of trust, like the centuries-long construction of a cathedral, built stone by stone over generations. Patience during these times builds endurance and prepares us for the fullness of God's plan.
Faith also faces the reality of life's storms — the wavy faith moments. Imagine a small boat tossed by waves in a stormy sea. Faith does not shield us from hardship but strengthens us to navigate through it. Prayer and spiritual preparation become anchors that keep us steady when the winds howl.
But beware the trap of lazy faith, where complacency dulls our spiritual vitality. Faith requires action, obedience, and perseverance. It is a verb, not a noun. Without diligent effort, faith stagnates and misses its potential for miracles.
Through this journey, faith matures from inherited beliefs to trading faith — a deeply personal trust that we own and live authentically. This transformation involves questioning, reflection, and experience, moving beyond tradition to a faith that sustains us through life’s challenges.
Yet not all faith is genuine. Fugazi faith appears real but lacks depth and endurance. True faith is tested by trials and emerges stronger, producing transformation and perseverance.
Finally, faith is boldly declared and lived — stating faith that inspires others, enduring through fading moments, and culminating in saving faith that secures eternal hope.
This journey of faith is a dynamic, living force. It begins with tiny steps, grows through courage and patience, weathers storms, demands action, and leads to a life that is nothing short of miraculous. Embrace your crazy faith today, and watch as the impossible unfolds before your eyes.
Sources: Crazy Faith by Michael Todd, Crazy Faith Study Guide, Goodreads Crazy Faith Workbook 1 2 4
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