Pastor Steven Furtick explained why the nature of the Christian faith is distinct from any other faith.
Steven Furtick
The founder and pastor of Elevation Church, Steven Furtick, shared why the Christian faith is unique. His message came from the story of Joshua 3, where the Israelites were crossing the Jordan while the priests were carrying the ark of the covenant. The passage is filled with uncertain situations that required faith.
He shared, “Most versions of faith are generated from within the person and then placed upon the object.” For instance, a person sat in a chair because he had faith in it.
Moreover, he referenced a description of faith written in the 1600s. During the Civil War in England, theologians got together at Westminster Abbey to define faith. The document that resulted became one of the main documents for many denominations, especially in the reformed tradition.
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Faith From God
The theologians stated, “…by imputing the obedience and satisfaction of Christ unto you, and you receiving and resting on him and his righteousness by faith…which faith you have not of yourself, it is the gift of God.”
Pastor Steven reminded the congregation that faith doesn’t originate with us.
“Guess what He’s [God] doing. He’s sending you faith from another place. He’s sending you trust from another realm. He is sending you the gift from another dimension, and it doesn’t come from you,” he said.
It is a good reminder that God is our source in all things!
Watch the full sermon here.
Reference | GOD TV
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