“For we walk by faith, not by sight.” II Corinthians 5:7 NIV
Imagine the power supply suddenly goes off at home, and everywhere becomes dark, you instinctively know where your table lamp is, so you calculate your steps and walk towards it till you lay hold of it. Even though you couldn’t see it at the time, you were sure it was there. That is faith in action; you trusted that the lamp would be where you kept it. In your walk with God, you are called to live with this same confidence. Faith is believing even when there is no visible evidence yet (Hebrews 11:1).
The life of Abraham is a profound example of our anchor scripture. God promised him a son, and though it took 25 years, his faith remained unwavering (Romans 4:20). His name was changed from Abram to Abraham, “father of many nations,” and each time he was called by that name, it was a reminder of the promise. Yet, he was not discouraged by his or Sarah’s old age; he saw through the eyes of faith. Today, Abraham is recognized as the father of many nations, proving that when God says a thing, it will be done.
In the same way, the Israelites also received a promise from God for a prosperous land as their inheritance. Naturally, it seemed impossible to possess it, as there were giants in the land, great fortified walls, and massive enemy armies. Despite their complaints and unbelief, God did as He had said because His word is His integrity to protect. Hence, the obstacles they passed through could not hinder God’s plans for them. They eventually entered Canaan, the Promised Land.
As a believer, you must be led by what God has spoken and not by what you see. It does not matter how impossible the situation appears, if God has given you a word, a vision, a calling, or a promise, be rest assured His word will never return void (Isaiah 55:11). If you focus on what your physical eyes can see, you might end up like Peter who began to drown when he took his eyes off Jesus and looked to the storm around Him (Matthew 14:29-31).
The journey to your promised land may involve famine, drought, opposition, or delay. There may be a Red Sea in your path or a Jericho wall in your way, but don’t be discouraged. The God who parted seas, brought down walls, and fulfilled seemingly impossible promises is still the same today.
Dear believer, when your circumstances don’t look like God’s promise to you, remind yourself of this: “God said it. I believe it. That settles it!
Bible Reading Plan: Psalm 19-21, 1 Corinthians 10: 23-11:16