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 a true story of the great faith of a lady by the name of Esther. When Esther first believed in Jesus, she was badly treated by her sister, for the family was deep into idolatry. Nonetheless, Esther prayed for the salvation of her sister. Years passed, 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’s praying, her sister called her on the phone and said, “Tell me about this Jesus you worship.” Here we can see what Jesus taught us. That perseverance in prayer and the godly life of Esther served as a good example and testimony to her sister.

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 what your God is like, what Christianity is all about by seeing how you live your life?

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

Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You for giving me your Word to guide my life 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.