JULY 3, Romans 1:8, James 2:17 

Before going into the differences between the Jews and Gentiles’ understanding of the gospel, Paul praised them for their faith, which was ‘spoken of throughout the whole world.’
There are two kinds of faith – Objective Faith refers to the BIBLE with all the teachings. Subjective Faith is our obedience to God, based on what is in the Bible.

There was the true story of the great faith of this Indian lady - Esther. When Esther first believed in Jesus, she was badly treated by her sister, for the family was deep into idolatory. Nonetheless, Esther prayed for the salvation of her sister. Years passed and they got married and raised families. Still Esther prayed and continued to show love to her sister, suffering ill treatment with patience. Then one day, after 32 years of Esther praying, her sister called her on the phone and said, “Tell me about this Jesus you worship.”What perseverance in prayer and a life of godly example for the sister to see, just as Jesus has taught.

How do people know of your faith in Jesus Christ? By your behaviour, of course! James said in James 2:17, “Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone”.
What about you? Do your classmates and relatives know of what your God is like, what is Christianity all about, through your life?

Thought: Our behaviour will either lead people away from or to God.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You for giving me so many commandments to be a lamp unto my feet and for my good always. Help me to obey You so people can know of the Lord Jesus Christ through my life. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.