Hebrews 11:1-2
“Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. For by IT the elders obtained a good testimony.”
Throughout Scripture we find the tiny word IT. To better understand the meaning, I took the time to look it up in a dictionary: Used to represent an inanimate thing understood, previously mentioned, about to be mentioned, or present in the immediate context.
In today’s Scripture the word it refers to faith. Faith is that attribute that steps forward on the basis of God’s Word rather than relying on our own understanding. There are many things that we will not be able to fully understand as we travel through this life.
We will experience fiery trials and tribulations from time to time, but IT will be able to hold us through. IT is that blessed assurance that Jesus knows what we need to see us through the difficult times by knowing that He is with us.
I desire to spend more time thinking about how the Lord is my all sufficiency. It is not necessary for me to know everything about what is going on around me. I only need to have the IT of faith. Teach me, Lord!
Blessings dear hearts. Draw near to God today, trust Him completely and be a blessing!
– – – Pastor Cecil