DOES FAITH KEEP US FROM STORMS?

Yes, and all who desire to live godly in Christ Jesus will suffer persecution. 2 Timothy 3:12 (NKJV)

Do you think having a strong enough faith will keep you out of life’s valleys?

Sometimes, we can mistakenly think that as long as we have enough faith, we won’t get attacked or experience any negative stuff in this world. But is that scripturally accurate?

Does God’s Word say that all who live godly lives will tiptoe through the tulips of life and bypass any storms or trials? No, although that would be awesome, today’s verse tells us that persecution is a given for followers of Christ.

Now, to be clear, I’m not saying that persecution comes from God or that He plans brutal ways to teach us life lessons. Hardships, trials and tribulations don’t come from God. However, living in this fallen world simply means we will have to deal with some tough times. All of us have suffered losses and walked through valleys at some point.

And as storms rock our boats, relationships hit a rough patch, or our finances feel under attack, that’s when the enemy will often fire his best shot to try and take us down.

The good news is, while faith won’t keep us out of valleys, it does help us walk through them. And the stronger and more confident we are in God’s Word and His will for us, the more unshakeable we’ll be when trials come.

Get your spiritual armour on by taking the time to plant God’s Word deep in your heart. Then, when trouble comes, not only will you not be taken by surprise, but you’ll also be ready. Your faith will be anchored in the One who takes you through and always brings you victory.