As I study these lives of faith, one thing that stands out is the confidence that the people had in God - they were willing to step out in faith because they knew God. Some may have needed a confidence boost and confirmation, such as Gideon, but he was still willing to trust God and go up against the Midianites while letting God fight the battle. Gideon's confidence came from when he talked to God. Likewise Abraham - he was willing to offer Isaac, counting God able to raise him from the dead even though that had never happened before. He did not hesitate, but got up early in the morning because he knew God's voice, so he trusted and obeyed. Knowing God's voice had come from hearing Him frequently, listening to God, and obeying - and God always proved faithful. Similarly we also must both talk to God and listen to God, trusting in faith and letting God show His faithfulness by our faith in Him.
Lord, Your voice can be quiet like the burbling of a brook in the distance, or it can be harsh and clear like a waterfall that we are afraid to go near. Yet every time we draw near to You Lord, we are refreshed and cleansed - You are faithful in all Your ways. Sometimes I hesitate, or draw back, preferring to see where my feet are falling - remaining where I am comfortable, instead of trusting You. Instead of putting in the effort to step out that little bit further than I can see. I know the ground is solid Lord, and I know Your hand is near. Forgive my weakness, and my frequent silence when I have looked to myself for the answers, and listened to the wind instead of the murmuring of Your voice. Like those of old, we still seek a city without foundations - one that will never crumble or fall, because its Architect is not frail as we are. Thank You for preparing a place for us there, and for the revelation of Your Word, and the fulfilment of the promise of a Saviour looked for so long ago. Lord, you are faithful, Thank You God. Amen
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