How can we apply "from faith to faith" in our spiritual growth? Romans 1:17—Receiving the Verse as It Stands “For in the gospel the righteousness of God is revealed from faith to faith, as it is written: ‘The righteous will live by faith.’” (Romans 1:17) – Scripture means what it says: God’s righteousness is uncovered through the gospel, and it travels “from faith to faith,” a phrase that pictures continual, progressive trust. – The same verse anchors our growth: “The righteous will live by faith.” Faith is not a one-time door we step through; it is the hallway, the living room, and the roof over our heads. What “From Faith to Faith” Looks Like Think of it as moving: • From saving faith → to sanctifying faith • From initial trust → to increasing maturity • From believing God can → to believing God will Faith is dynamic; it stretches, strengthens, and matures just as muscles do when exercised. Building Blocks for Growing Faith 1. Consistent Word Intake – “Consequently, faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ.” (Romans 10:17) – Daily Scripture reading, Bible memorization, listening to sound teaching. 2. Obedient Action – “You see that his faith was working with his actions, and his faith was perfected by what he did.” (James 2:22) – Each step of obedience confirms and enlarges the faith that prompted it. 3. Dependence on the Spirit – “For it is God who works in you to will and to act on behalf of His good pleasure.” (Philippians 2:13) – We rely on divine power, not self-effort, to keep moving from one level of faith to the next. 4. Intentional Growth Plan – “Make every effort to add to your faith virtue… knowledge… self-control… perseverance… godliness… brotherly kindness… love.” (2 Peter 1:5-7) – Spiritual disciplines, accountability, and regular self-examination help faith expand. Momentum-Builders for Daily Life • Start each day with a faith affirmation from Scripture (Psalm 118:24). • Keep a journal of answered prayers; review it when doubt knocks. • Serve in ways that stretch you—teaching, missions, mercy ministry. • Tackle one area of weakness at a time (anger, worry, impurity) and trust God for victory. • Celebrate small victories; they are stepping-stones to larger leaps. Scripture Snapshots That Illustrate the Process – Abraham: believed God for a son (Genesis 15), then for a nation (Genesis 17), then for resurrection power on Mount Moriah (Genesis 22). – David: trusted God with a sling against a lion, then a bear, then Goliath (1 Samuel 17). – The disciples: followed Jesus at Galilee, then stepped out in preaching power at Pentecost (Acts 2). From Glory to Glory, From Faith to Faith “And we, who with unveiled faces all reflect the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into His image with intensifying glory…” (2 Corinthians 3:18). Just as glory intensifies, faith advances. Every new encounter with God’s faithfulness propels us forward. Encouragement as You Progress • The same gospel that saved you continues to sustain you. • Growth may feel slow, but it is certain because God guarantees it (Philippians 1:6). • When faith falters, return to the cross; the righteousness revealed there revives trust. • Keep looking ahead—the righteous “will live by faith,” and that promise covers every step between here and heaven. |
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