31/03/2025
Growing In Faith: A Pathway To Spiritual Sustainability And Dominion
Introduction
Faith is the foundation of our walk with God. It is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen (Hebrews 11:1) I personally put it this way; Faith is a strong force that delivers results when certain conditions are met. Faith is not static. It grows, develops, and matures. Just as a child grows in knowledge and understanding, so must our faith progress from one level to another. Many Christian believers doesn't seem to understand the need to grow their faith even though they have around for a long time. But it's important for you to know that your level faith determines your level of command. Therefore, we must strive to build and grow our faith to gain higher levels of command.
WHERE ARE YOU IN FAITH?
1. No Faith
This is the stage where a person has no trust in God or His promises. In Mark 4:40, Jesus rebuked His disciples after calming the storm, saying:
"Why are you so fearful? How is it that you have no faith?"
At this level, people live by sight and not by faith. They rely on human wisdom, logic, and circumstances rather than trusting God. Those with no faith tend to be filled with doubt, fear, and anxiety because they lack spiritual connection with God.
Signs Of No Faith:
Living in fear and worry constantly
Trusting only in human ability
Ignoring God's Word and His promises
Doubting God's existence or power
To Step Up:
Hear the Word of God regularly (Romans 10:17) – Faith comes by hearing and hearing by the Word of God.
Surrender to Christ – Faith begins with a personal relationship with Jesus.
Step out in small acts of obedience – Start trusting God in little things.
2. Weak Faith
Weak faith is when a person believes in God but struggles with doubts. They trust God but easily waver when faced with challenges. Romans 14:1 says:
"Accept the one whose faith is weak, without quarreling over disputable matters."
There are many believers at this level. They trust God for small things but doubt Him for bigger things. They are easily shaken by trials and temptations. Their faith is eroded when challenges come. The trust they thought to have built in God over the years will instantly disappear when they are challenged.
Signs of Weak Faith:
Struggling to believe in difficult times
Fearing the unknown or the future
Doubting God's promises
Relying on emotions rather than God's Word
To Step Up:
Feed on the Word – The more we read and meditate on God's Word, the stronger our faith becomes.
Surround yourself with faith-filled believers – Fellowship strengthens faith.
Practice trusting God daily – The more you trust, the more faith grows.
3. Little Faith
Jesus often rebuked His disciples for having little faith. In Matthew 6:30, He said:
"If God so clothes the grass of the field, which today is, and tomorrow is cast into the oven, shall he not much more clothe you, O ye of little faith?"
And in Matthew 8:26, when they were afraid during the storm, He said:
"Why are ye fearful, O ye of little faith?"
This is the stage where in God but struggles to fully trust Him for provision, protection, and miracles. People at this stage often worry about finances, health, and the future, forgetting that God is in control.
Signs of Little Faith:
Worrying about provision and survival
Praying but still doubting
Trusting God only in certain areas but not in all
Quickly discouraged by trials
To Step Up:
Meditate on God's past faithfulness – Remember how God has provided before.
Develop a lifestyle of thanksgiving – Gratitude strengthens faith.
Step out in obedience even when it’s hard – Faith grows with obedience.
4. Growing Faith
At this point, faith is increasing, and the believer is learning to trust God more. In 2 Thessalonians 1:3, Paul commends the believers, saying:
"We are bound to thank God always for you, brethren, as it is meet, because that your faith groweth exceedingly."
A believer with growing faith is learning to trust God more, stepping out in faith, and seeing results. This faith is not easily shaken by trials, and the believer is becoming more mature in their walk with God.
Signs of Growing Faith:
Trusting God in both small and big matters
Having peace even in difficult situations
Boldness in prayer and witnessing
A desire to deepen your relationship with God
To Step Up:
Keep exercising your faith – Faith grows through use. Step out in faith in bigger areas.
Spend more time in prayer – A prayerful life is a faith-filled life.
Surround yourself with testimonies – Read and listen to stories of God's miracles.