Faith, when activated in Jesus and God’s Word, unlocks spiritual power and actualizes miracles. Faith, therefore, is a spiritual key.
A key starts a vehicle by turning the ignition, just as faith activates our minds and prompts our bodies to respond to motivation. Faith inspires us to be receptive and fosters the trust that gives life energy. It invigorates our thinking and readies us to embrace possibilities.
The authority for miracles, according to Acts 3:16, is attributed to the Name of Jesus rather than rituals. Signs and wonders are reported to occur through faith in His name. The Name of Jesus is identified as the source of healing and miraculous events (Acts 3:6–9; Acts 4:29–30).
David — who was only about 15 to 19 years old — defeated Goliath and helped save Israel. David’s older brothers and the other soldiers, though considered capable, feared Goliath and avoided him, while still holding him in contempt. And it is possible that you may encounter disapproval from others, much like how Joseph’s siblings regarded him. Yet years later, Joseph rose from rejection to become Egypt’s second most powerful leader. God enabled him to rescue several nations from famine, including his siblings who had rejected him.
Faith And Dependence On God Achieve Impossible Goals
He gives power to the faint, and to him who has no might he increases strength. Even youths shall faint and be weary, and young men shall fall exhausted; but they who wait for the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint, (Isaiah 40:29-31; ESV).
Moses demonstrated leadership qualities at age 40, a stage many people find comfortable. He was full of enthusiasm and keen to show his abilities. However, the prevailing spiritual climate was unfavorable, so he escaped to Midian.
Forty years later, at eighty, Moses was called by God to return to Egypt and lead Israel out of bondage. Abraham was called at age 75, proving that age is no barrier to being chosen for important purposes.
The Bible encourages praying for both spiritual and material prosperity, as long as financial gain doesn’t outweigh spiritual priorities. Wealth can help support others and further spiritual goals.
Peter stated, “We have left everything to follow you.” In response, Jesus affirmed that those who make sacrifices for the sake of God’s kingdom will be rewarded abundantly in the present life and will receive eternal life in the future (see Mark 10:28-30; Luke 18:28-30).
Several passages in the Bible refer to promises of prosperity and health afforded to followers. For example, Deuteronomy 28:1-14 enumerates blessings and riches granted to those who earnestly follow God’s guidance, while Deuteronomy 8:18 indicates that God provides individuals with the ability to acquire wealth. Additionally, Proverbs 10:22 and 3 John 1:2 offer assurances regarding both wealth and health. Accordingly, discussing prosperity within a theological context is appropriate when approached with accuracy and adherence to biblical principles.
When we acknowledge that Jesus Christ is the everlasting key to our problems we will hold onto Him to unlock our miracles every time.
A friend once said Jesus is the source of miracles, not the other way around. I agree — studying the Bible shows that Jesus’ Name brings about healing, miracles, and prosperity. Thus, it is incorrect to preach prosperity as the source of Jesus.
Prosperity should not serve as an incentive for individuals to follow Jesus. If it does, their faith may lack sincerity or resilience, and they may discontinue their commitment upon receiving blessings or healing. Similarly, patients typically do not revisit a physician after their recovery is complete.
Jesus first said, “As you go into all the world proclaim the gospel to everyone. Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever doesn’t believe will be condemned,” (Mark 16:15-16; ISV). Salvation was first before miracles.
After that He said, “These are the signs that will accompany those who believe: in my name they will drive out demons, they will speak in new languages, and they will pick up snakes with their hands. Even if they drink any deadly poison, it will not hurt them; and they’ll place their hands on the sick, and they’ll recover,” (Mark 16:17-18; ISV).
Miracles do not make Jesus. Rather, we find miracles in Jesus, for by His Name the miracles happen, (Acts 3:16).
How Faith Works
How does faith contribute to actualizing miracles? Faith is a firm belief that builds confidence in someone or something. It encourages us to accept and reflect on ideas, making belief stronger. This deep confidence enables us to receive and experience the effects of God’s Word in our lives. Thus, God employs faith to bring about miracles.
So, Jesus asked, “Do you believe I can do this?” They replied, “Yes, Lord.” Then He touched their eyes, saying, “According to your faith be it unto you.” And their eyes were opened, (Matthew 9:28-30). Belief prepared them for Jesus’ actions, while faith primed their minds and bodies to expect healing. And God watches over His Word (promise) to perform it (Jeremiah 1:12).
A woman who had experienced a chronic issue of blood for twelve years believed internally that touching the garment of Jesus would result in her healing. Acting upon this conviction, she reached out and touched His garment. Subsequently, Jesus addressed her, stating, “Daughter, be of good comfort; your faith has made you whole,” (Matthew 9:20-22; Mark 5:25-34; Luke 8:43-48).
The woman believed that just touching His garment would heal her. Her faith readied her to receive what she hoped for.
Maintain your spiritual union with God
Our spiritual union with God, through Jesus Christ, enables us to have a direct access to God. And God answers our prayers and grants us our requests because we do what is right, (Proverbs 15:29; 1 Peter 3:11-13). Therefore, maintain your spiritual walk with God, (Galatians 5:25) and continue doing what is pleasing in His sight, and God will continue to work miracles in your life (1 John 3:22).