A man was standing outside, watching as his house was engulfed in flames. His heart was pounding as he saw his son trapped in the window. “Jump, son!” he yelled. “Jump! I’ll catch you.” The boy was trembling, overcome with fear. All he saw below was smoke, darkness, and confusion. But he heard his father’s voice, strong and steady, calling him to trust. Despite his fear, he took that leap into his father’s arms. He did so because of the faith and trust he had in his father.
That, my friends, is faith. It’s the courage to leap when you can’t see what’s ahead, trusting that God will be there to catch you. Just like that little boy, we may face moments where everything around us seems uncertain. The flames of doubt, the smoke of fear—they cloud our vision. We may feel alone, unsure, or downright scared. But in those moments, God’s voice calls out to us, saying, “Trust Me. Take that step. I’m right here.”
Faith isn’t just about believing when life is smooth and easy. Faith shines brightest when we’re stepping into the unknown, holding on to God’s promise. The psalmist says in Psalm 56:3, “When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.” Faith is for those moments when fear creeps in, when you’re unsure, when you’re standing at the edge of a decision and don’t know what’s next.
Maybe today, God is calling you to take a leap. Maybe there’s a dream He’s placed in your heart, a calling that seems too big, too risky. Maybe it’s to step into a new season, to start that business, to pursue that calling. Maybe it’s to forgive someone who hurt you, to let go of bitterness, or to trust Him with a relationship. Whatever it is, His voice is calling: “Trust Me. Jump. I’ll catch you.”
So, friends, don’t let the smoke of fear or the flames of doubt hold you back. Listen to the voice of your Father. Step out in faith. Leap into His arms. He won’t let you fall. He’ll carry you through the fire, and you’ll come out stronger, braver, and closer to Him than ever before.
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