When Faith is Small | Aug. 8th

"Because of your little faith. For truly, I say to you, if you have faith like a grain of mustard seed, ...nothing will be impossible for you."

Matthew 17:20

The disciples asked the Lord why they were not able to deliver the young boy from demonic oppression. Jesus responds by telling them that their faith was small. Their faith was not rooted in God. They were not depending upon Him, for their expectations were what they could do. Jesus affirms that the smallest amount of genuine faith in God and resting upon what He can do will see His goodness.

In the last two years, my family has experienced tremendous loss and diverse trials. In seasons like this, one does not always feel like you have great faith. It is hard to ask God for anything. The only thing you have at times is little faith, but being rooted in Him is all the difference.

The faith that clings to God for who He is, even though it is not strong enough to ask for anything more, is powerful enough to keep us. God is greater than what we think and believe. Thankfully, He is merciful toward us.

In Christ Alone,

Pastor Wight