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Matthew 13:20-21 NLT The seed on the rocky soil represents those who hear the message and immediately receive it with joy. But since they don’t have deep roots, they don’t last long. They fall away as soon as they have problems or are persecuted for believing God’s word.
Some of us hear the word and are quickly inspired. With boldness, we declare we’re healed, we’re set free, we’re wealthy, or we’re not afraid. Around our spiritual friends, we say “I’m too blessed to be stressed” and “I’m the head and not the tail.”
But when everyone’s gone and we’re by ourselves, we’re worried after seeing our bank account, we’re stressed about the economy, or we cry because we don’t know what to do. That’s phony faith. We say one thing in public, but privately, we’re not convinced that the word will work.
Don’t try to say one thing in public to make yourself seem more spiritual. If you’re struggling with doubt and unbelief, let a fellow believer know. Hopefully, that believer will pray with you, encourage you, and help you build legitimate faith. If you don’t know anyone who could help, continue to hear the word so that faith can come (Rom. 10:17). Eventually, your faith will be 100% legitimate and you will see what God said.
Inspired by Jerry Savelle
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