A Vibrant Faith

A vibrant faith displays God’s amazing power.

“Holding to a form of godliness although they have denied its power; avoid such people as these.”—2 Timothy 3:5 NASB

Many in the world approach the matter of faith as just a series of religious exercises without substance. Even many believers focus on rituals and traditions. The Christian life can be reduced to rules and regulations, forms and appearances as if life pictured in the Bible was for another time and another place.

But the Bible presents a vital, vibrant faith based on a real relationship with the living God! This faith has the power to change lives, heal, save, answer prayers, and give life meaning!

This power was central to Jesus’ life when He went about “doing good and healing all who were oppressed by the devil” (Acts 10:38). This same power was given to His followers when the Holy Spirit came upon them (Acts 1:8). They witnessed countless displays of lives being transformed.

Along the way, though, some focused more on forms and appearances, even denying the power. To Paul, this problem was so serious that he warned against those who hold “a form of godliness.”

We so easily limit God and reduce our faith to just a series of rules. As the Bible warns, this spreads doubt and limits what we might expect. It deprives us of experiencing God’s full power, which is at the core of His character.

Never deny or limit the power of God. If you have doubts, confess His Word. Pray with faith, and expect Him to answer.

Reflection Question: How can you cultivate a more vibrant faith today?