Faith

Rahab’s story reminds us that faith isn’t about having a perfect past—it’s about trusting a perfect God who responds to bold belief.

“By faith the prostitute Rahab did not perish along with those who were disobedient, after she had welcomed the spies in peace.”—Hebrews 11:31 NASB

Faith is a cornerstone of the Christian life, central to a relationship with God. Without faith it’s “impossible to please God” (v. 6). Faith is so powerful it can change anyone as it did for Rahab.

This woman decided to protect the Israeli spies who had come to Jericho. Acting in faith, she told the spies that her people had heard all that God had done for the Israelites—and their hearts “melted and no courage remained in anyone any longer.” She pointed out that she had “dealt kindly” with them and asked that they spare her family (Joshua 2:9–13).

Hebrews describes her as a “prostitute,” but she didn’t let this keep her from asking boldly. Because she acted by faith, she and her family were spared.

Examples of faith in action fill our Bible. Because of faith, a “woman who had been suffering from a hemorrhage for twelve years” was healed after she touched the fringe of Jesus’ cloak (Matthew 9:20). Because of faith, the daughter of a Syrophoenician woman was delivered from a demon (Mark 7:25–30).

Faith unlocks the power of God. It’s the key to receiving breakthroughs and having our prayers answered.

Don’t let doubt cripple your prayer life or keep you from receiving God’s blessings. Faith led to miracles in the lives of people like Rahab; imagine what it can do for you!

Reflection Question: How might bold faith change the outcome of your current situation?