In most circles, when the topic of faith comes up, people clam up. It’s as if we have been asked to reveal our deepest, darkest secrets while the subject of faith is taboo to many people, there are those who are open to sharing what faith means to them. Faith is not something that you just talk about. It is not something that you put on and take off when it feels convenient or when there is a need in your life. It is most definitely not about feelings. Your feelings change from day to day and are unreliable based on what is happening in your life at the time. For some people, faith is an intellectual part of themselves — a matter to be studied, debated, and discussed.

Real faith is visible. You can see it. It’s apparent. If you claim to be a Christian, people will be able to see it. It is more than something you say, something you feel, and something you think about. You can prove it. There are many people who have strong beliefs in God, the Bible, and about Christ. They can recite creeds and catechisms to you and talk about doctrines of the Trinity, and quote Bible verses. Just saying I believe in God is not enough to get you to heaven. Even the devil believes in God. The devil believes in God! The devil is a great theologian. He knows a lot more about the Bible than you do. He’s been around a whole lot longer. In Ezekiel 28, Satan is described as being with God on the holy mount and that he was blameless in all his ways until the day that wickedness was found in him. He is not unaware of the teachings of the Bible and is more knowledgeable than we give him credit for. His demons believe and shudder. The Greek word for shudder means “to bristle” — their hair stands up on end. Demons understand the majesty and awesome power of God. They believe in God and they tremble. Never forget, these imps of the enemy have been defeated. When they are attacking remind them of their destiny!