Day Fifty-Seven: We Go Together
1What then shall we say that Abraham, our forefather according to the flesh, discovered in this matter? 2If, in fact, Abraham was justified by works, he had something to boast about—but not before God. 3What does Scripture say? “Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness.” (Romans 4:1-3, NIV)
Today, there is a need to pause and consider that boldness and faith go hand-in-hand. Consider Abraham and his obedience to relocate his family from a familiar place with comfort and familiarity to an unfamiliar place lacking any guarantees. He embraces all of this transition simply because he believes God told him to do so. So, Abraham’s faith in God and His word creates a boldness to confront all social, financial, and relational objections.
Think about it.
The fruit of Abraham’s belief is simultaneously going to please God and create conflict among those with whom he loves. If there is ever a time where boldness is needed, this would be it. I can hear the questions rolling in, “So what’s the plan, Abraham?” “Uh, uh, uh, I don’t know. We are going to follow God.” “How much money will we need?” “I’m not sure.” Well, what do you know?” “God told me to pack up and go wherever He tells me to go.” In every way imaginable, this is lunacy in the world’s eyes.
Through Abraham, we see that boldness has limited sight. At many points in your life, God will ask you to take one step without knowing what the next step is. The risk is immediately recognizable because the illogical nature of God’s command is visible to all. However, God will never allow the bold to be found wanting. Let me remind us of Paul’s words, “But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong.”
Today, recognize that when you are bold, you are acting on what you believe God has said. And, that act of faith is credited as righteousness in God’s sight.
Blessings,
Andy Smith