FaithQuest Perspectives

How it Happens with Colin Cook

FaithQuest Perspectives

  • P045_110424 Rom. 3:27 God Builds Your Faith From Start To Finish

P045_110424 Rom. 3:27 God Builds Your Faith From Start To Finish

Monday 4th November 2024

Explore how faith is a divine gift, not a human achievement, in this episode of 'How it Happens with Colin Cook'.
15 minutes
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Faith: A Gift from God, Not a Human Effort

Episode Overview

  • Faith is a gift from God, not a human effort.
  • Boasting about faith is excluded because it originates from God.
  • Scriptural examples show that faith is revealed by God.
  • Anxiety about wavering faith can be alleviated by trusting in God's support.
  • God is the author and finisher of our faith.
Faith does not come from mankind. It comes from God
Faith can be a tricky thing to grasp, especially when you're dealing with addiction. In this episode of 'How it Happens with Colin Cook', Colin dives into Romans 3:27 to explore the idea that faith is a gift from God, not something we conjure up ourselves. He challenges the notion that we should take pride in our faith, arguing that boasting is excluded because faith originates from God, not from human effort.
Colin uses examples from scripture, like Peter's recognition of Jesus as the Christ, to illustrate how faith is revealed to us by God. He also addresses the anxiety that many people feel when their faith wavers, offering a comforting reminder that God is the author and finisher of our faith. Colin's personal anecdotes about his own struggles and failures add a relatable touch, making this episode both engaging and deeply encouraging.
If you're feeling like your faith is on shaky ground, this episode offers a reassuring perspective that can help you find peace and confidence in God's unwavering support.