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Have you ever wondered what extraordinary faith really looks like? Today's episode explores the difference between intellectual assent and true powerful faith.
To illustrate this difference, I share the fascinating story of Charles Blondin, the legendary tightrope walker who crossed Niagara Falls multiple times in 1859. After pushing a wheelbarrow across the tightrope, Blondin asked the cheering crowd if they believed he could carry a person across. They enthusiastically affirmed their belief – but when he asked for a volunteer to climb into the wheelbarrow, no one stepped forward. Their belief didn't translate to personal trust.
This perfectly captures our spiritual dilemma. Many of us have "sideline faith" – we believe God can work miracles, but hesitate to place ourselves completely in his hands. The Roman officer, however, demonstrated wheelbarrow-climbing faith. He didn't just believe Jesus could heal; he trusted Jesus would heal, and acted accordingly.
What kind of faith will you choose today? Will you remain a spectator, or will you climb into the wheelbarrow and let Jesus carry you through life's most challenging moments? Join me for this five-minute devotional that might transform your understanding of what it means to truly trust God.
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Have you ever wondered what extraordinary faith really looks like? Today's episode explores the difference between intellectual assent and true powerful faith.
To illustrate this difference, I share the fascinating story of Charles Blondin, the legendary tightrope walker who crossed Niagara Falls multiple times in 1859. After pushing a wheelbarrow across the tightrope, Blondin asked the cheering crowd if they believed he could carry a person across. They enthusiastically affirmed their belief – but when he asked for a volunteer to climb into the wheelbarrow, no one stepped forward. Their belief didn't translate to personal trust.
This perfectly captures our spiritual dilemma. Many of us have "sideline faith" – we believe God can work miracles, but hesitate to place ourselves completely in his hands. The Roman officer, however, demonstrated wheelbarrow-climbing faith. He didn't just believe Jesus could heal; he trusted Jesus would heal, and acted accordingly.
What kind of faith will you choose today? Will you remain a spectator, or will you climb into the wheelbarrow and let Jesus carry you through life's most challenging moments? Join me for this five-minute devotional that might transform your understanding of what it means to truly trust God.
We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text Message
Support the show

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