Believe and Live

 “I am the resurrection and the life; 

whoever believes in me, even if he dies, will live, 

and everyone who lives and believes in me will never die. 

Do you believe this?” 

JOHN 11:25-26

Believe means to have confidence in the truth, the existence, or the reliability of something, although without absolute proof that one is right in doing so, to have confidence or faith in the truth of (a positive assertion, story, etc.); give credence to, to have confidence in the assertions of (a person). First recorded in 1150–1200; Middle English bileven, equivalent to bi- be- + leven, Old English (Anglian) gelēfan (cognate with Dutch gelooven, German glauben, Gothic galaubjan )

Jesus said, “Do you believe that I am able to do this? (Matthew 9:28). Therefore, I say to you, all things for which you pray and ask, believe that you have received them, and they will be granted to you (Mark 11:24). Do not be afraid, only believe (Mark 5:36). You will see greater things than these.” (John 1:50)

“If I told you earthly things and you do not believe, how will you believe if I tell you heavenly things? (John 3:12) How can you believe, when you accept glory from one another and you do not seek the glory that is from the one and only God? (John 5:44). Unless you people see signs and wonders, you simply will not believe (John 4:48). Therefore I said to you that you will die in your sins; for unless you believe that 'I AM', you will die in your sins” (John 8:24).

“This is the work of God, that you believe in Him whom He has sent" (John 6:29). The works that I do in My Father's name, these testify of Me (John 10:25). If I do not do the works of My Father, do not believe Me; but if I do them, even though you do not believe Me, believe the works, so that you may know and understand that the Father is in Me, and I in the Father” (John 10:37-38).

He came as a witness, to testify about the Light, so that all might believe through Him (John 1:17). As many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, to those who believe in His name (John 1:12). The one who believes in Him is not judged; the one who does not believe has been judged already, because he has not believed in the name of the only Son of God (John 3:18).

Lord Jesus, “I do believe; help my unbelief!” (Mark 9:24)

Do Not Be Unbelieving But Believe

 “Have you come to believe because you have seen me? 

Blessed are those who have not seen and have believed.” 

JOHN 20 : 29

Lord Jesus, You are my Lord and my God, I believe in You! Be praised and glorified O Lord for the love and peace that You bring each moment of my life.

Love that binds our family to enjoy life to the full by getting together and holding on to one another. Peace of having a secured life under the power of Your abundant provisions, protection, and healing graces. 

Please forgive me for the countless times that I have doubt my faith and belief in You. Times when my mind has been conditioned to the realities of the world rather than holding to the truth I have a big God whose powers are far beyond the reach of man. In Your hands I hold, so that I may always be safe and secured. Please hold me ever so close to you. May Your hand continue to work in giving me the best of life in the world that You wanted for me. 

You alone can give me the peace that I seek each moment of my life. In You, I have the courage and strength to face the challenges of life with a positive view. In each of the pains and sufferings that comes my way, is a tremendous grace and blessing that truly brings glory. 

You alone has the power to make all my dreams come true. I may have not seen you during your lifetime in the world but in faith I believe that you are still very much alive in me. Time and again, you made me experience the glory of your presence.

All glory and honor are Yours now and forever. Amen.