A Reflection On Belief

When I want to see God’s glory

It’s human nature that says, “I’ll believe it when I see it.” Jesus says, “You’ll see it when you believe it.” It’s one of the hardest principles for Christians to grasp. The work of almighty, sovereign God is often actually dependent on the level of our faith. It isn’t that we limit Him; it’s that He has limited Himself. His modus operandi in this world is to act in response to faith: the prayers of faith, the obedience of faith, the attitude of faith.

Do you find yourself in a difficult situation? Believe God, and you will see His glory. That doesn’t mean that we lay out a plan of action for Him. Faith does not dictate God’s method of intervention. But it certainly invites His act of intervention—in His way and in His time. When a crisis comes, do we complain that God was not watching over us, or do we watch for His glory? Our inward response might have more impact than we think.

Jesus responded, “Didn’t I tell you that you would see God’s glory if you believe?”

John 11:40