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“Faith means being sure of the things we hope
for and knowing that something is real even if we do not see it …
Without faith, no one can please God.”
As I read this chapter, images from my trip to Russia in
2001 began to form in my mind. I was directed specifically to that long
four-hour bus ride back from Svir Story to St. Petersburg. God had firmly
placed on my heart just before that long ride began the absolute knowledge that
I would adopt a son from somewhere over there. So powerful was that
assurance that I felt I was being driven away from my son. But in
order to find him, I had to leave where I’d heard from God and put my
faith into action. I remembered the reactions of others upon my return –
that I was crazy… that I needed to return to reality. I remembered the
refusal of the very people who’d put together that trip to help me. But
that was God directing me to where my son waited. I remember the
numerous roadblocks and delays that occurred. But those only insured that
I would arrive to find my son when my son was finally available.
And I remember the electricity in the room when I finally saw his photo and knew
it was him! How others were moved by that moment as well!
Having experienced all of that, my faith was of a completely
different nature when I went to find my second son, and the
reactions of the people there were also entirely different. I had God’s confidence
and didn’t fear what might happen because I’d experienced His power
before in such a mighty way, and I watched and smiled as God
effortlessly moved everyone out of the way and accomplished in just 18 days
what the world said would take 4-6 weeks!
It is all about faith. Without it, how
can anyone live? With it, how can we not expect God
to do everything He desires in His own time and in His own way, blessing us as
He chooses?
Father God, thank You for taking me back through my own
walk of faith this morning – my own Hebrews 11. Thank You for
taking this sinner through my own incredible journey and blessing me with the
two people I love most in this world. You are such an incredible God, and
I cannot ever imagine life without You! Thank You for my sons!
Your Brother In Christ,
Gary Ford
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