Creation Of Faith – John4:47
There was a government official in the city of Capernaum whose son was very sick. In order for faith to be created, one has to hear the message. The bible says in verse 47 “when he heard”, about Jesus. There was a quickening of his mind – faith was born. Faith transcends the human mind to the mind of Christ. Faith breaks limitation and boundaries beyond the earthly into the heavenly. Because he heard, his spiritual insight opened and he had the ability by faith to see God in the darkest hour of his need. Faith is the intuition of the Spirit of God. It is the direct apprehension of the truth without reason.
Doubt can sabotage your movement. The bible says this man in verse 47 of the same chapter – ” he went to Him ( Jesus)” – there was movement. Doubt is replaced by action. Faith is the voluntary response of the mind, heart and will. Creative energy is released, giving passion and a deep desire to communicate the will of God. Faith gives momentum, definition and force to capture your destiny. Passion decides God’s timing and you enter into your season.
He sought after Jesus and travailed for an answer. The bible says in verse 47 – “He interceded/asked”. Here we see a picture of a desperate and a defeated man. All else failed him. Eventually he comes before Jesus and submits his petition with confidence, faith was born in him.
Conviction Of Faith – John 4:50
The bible says in verse 50 – ” Then Jesus told him, Go back home, your son will live” – Obedience is the proof of your faith. He went as Jesus told him, with no questions asked. He believed, and honored the word of the Lord. His son got up from his deathbed and lived. God will not advance your instructions, beyond your last act of disobedience. In verse 53 – ” the officer and his entire household believed in Jesus”. He depended on God. A life that depends on God and His word is a distinguished life. God will never direct us to place our faith in our works, in men or in institutions. Our dependance must not be on human resources.
Confession Of Faith – John 4:53
Because the Officer himself believed in verse 53, his relationship with God has been established through his obedience and confession of faith. He now begins to experience the resources of God and he enjoyed the release of God’s love in his life and his family life. And the bible says in verse 53 ” his entire household believed in Jesus”. His faith was rewarded. Our love for God is seen in our love for others, Seasons of our life will change every time we decide to use our faith in Jesus.