The Christian life is a journey guided by faith. It’s a journey that calls us to walk with our eyes fixed on the unseen. There are challenges we navigate in this world that make it easy to forget the rock-solid certainty that the everlasting reality of Heaven awaits us.

Imagine stumbling through life with closed eyes. You would constantly be at risk of injuries and falls. Paul likens such a perilous journey to basing our lives solely on the tangible aspects of the here and now. As Christians, we are called to a higher standard, recognizing that the truths of God's Word endure when the temporary fades away.

Faith is the cornerstone of this transformative perspective. It begins with a belief in the unchanging character of God – He is who He says He is. But it doesn't stop there; it extends to a confident trust in God's promises, even when they seem distant or yet to materialize. This kind of faith shapes our decisions, our actions, and our entire worldview.

Living by faith is not a blind journey; it's a purposeful alignment of our lives with eternity. The reality of heaven and being with Jesus inspire believers to persevere through trials, opposition, and temptation. Our ultimate destination, an eternal home with Jesus, instills confidence and courage in the face of life's storms.

When hardship comes, remember the perfect and eternal home prepared by a faithful and loving God that awaits you. Decide daily to live your life with resilience, joy, and an unwavering confidence in the promises of our faithful and loving Creator. 

Querido Padre Celestial,

I thank You for Your promise that faith comes by hearing and hearing by the Word of God. May Your Word be planted in my heart and bear good fruit through faith. Help me to obey walking by faith not by sight. Please pull out the weeds of the worries of this life, and the deceitfulness of wealth that may tempt me to walk by sight. Let me be anchored in Your Word so that I can walk by faith. Increase my faith through Your Word. In the name of Jesus, I pray. Amen

Is there a storm, temptation, or discouragement you are experiencing? Put your hope in God. Look up Bible passages that relate to what you are going through and see what God says. Know that the Scripture is useful for all of these challenges. Pray about how these verses apply to your situation and how God wants you to respond. Ask for faith to follow through. As a follower of Jesus, remember with thanks all God has done for you and the eternal home that awaits you.