Faith, if it has no works, is dead. – James 2:17

The question of faith as it relates to living a life of power and authority is this: Do we believe that if we truly trust God, He will prove Himself to be trustworthy? We must believe that He is faithful, and that belief must show up in our actions. You can say that you are full of faith and yet have no faith. Or you can say that you struggle with faith but exhibit a large amount of faith in your actions. Faith is not demonstrated in your words; it is revealed in what you do in response to God’s direction.

In order for faith to work, it must be practiced. Faith isn’t just believing that God can do what He says; faith is entrusting yourself to Him so He can do His work through you.

Scripture sets forth the principles we are to live by, and God can impress things on our hearts about how He wants us to serve Him as His children. Don’t let circumstances detour you from faith. Even when things look as if they might not work out, don’t stop trusting God. Don’t let doubt detour you. When doubt is holding you back, take it to Jesus, just like the man who told Jesus, “I do believe; help my unbelief” (Mark 9:24). And Jesus healed his son.

Others may try to discourage you and tell you that you need to give up on Him, but if you trust God, He will keep walking with you. Trust in Him and His Word. He is with you, and He is for you.

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About The Author

Dr. Tony Evans

Dr. Tony Evans is one of the country’s most respected leaders in evangelical circles. As a pastor, teacher, author and speaker, he serves the body of Christ through his unique ability to communicate complex theological truths through simple, yet profound, illustrations. While addressing the practical issues of today, Dr. Evans is known as a relevant expositor. New and veteran pastors alike regard him as a pastor of pastors and a father in the faith.


At the heart of this vision is the use of church and school partnerships to effect spiritual and social change in communities. Dr. Evans’ church and school outreach philosophy has been attributed as a catalyst for former President George W. Bush’s Faith Based Initiative, which was his first formal act of office. Dr. Evans seeks to train churches, schools and volunteers in this philosophy, as well as in the functional practicalities, through the National Church Adopt-A-School Initiative which is a ministry underneath the umbrella of The Urban Alternative.


Dr. Evans serves as president of The Urban Alternative, a national ministry that seeks to restore hope and transform lives through the proclamation and the application of the Word of God. His daily radio broadcast, The Alternative with Dr. Tony Evans, can be heard on more than 850 radio outlets throughout the United States and in more than 80 countries.


Dr. Evans has written numerous books and booklets including his legacy work, Oneness Embraced, as well as his vision work, The Kingdom Agenda. Some of his most recent books includes, Kingdom Man, A Moment For Your Soul, Marriage Matters, and Victory in Spiritual Warfare.



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