Raise Your Shield of Faith

by Sarah Stegall | Nov 30, 2004 | Bible Study

(PART 1)

We often walk by sight not by faith. But faith is the only thing that can close the gap between our theology and our reality.

READ: Is. 43:10; John 1:16; Luke 17:5-6; Acts 6:8; 2 Cor. 5:7; Heb. 3:19.
HEART ISSUE: Were you able to believe God for victory during your trials last year?

PRAYER FOCUS: Father, You’ve given me promises in Your Word. Now give me faith to believe what You’ve said to me will come to pass. Amen.

(PART 2)

A well-equipped warrior for God knows that today is the day to sharpen her sword and prepare her shield for the inevitable wars of life.

READ: Is. 7:9; Matt. 9:29; Rom. 4:18-22; Eph. 6:10-17; 1 Pet. 1:7; 1 John 5:4-5.
HEART ISSUE: Are you speaking and practicing “action verb” faith?
PRAYER FOCUS: Lord Jesus, I believe that I can do all things through You. Activate Your Word in my life. Amen.

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