Do you feel your faith is in danger of shipwreck? Are you in need of God’s divine faith to see you through the current chaos in the world?

Introduction:

The Word of God speaks of the possibility of Christians becoming shipwrecked in their faith. Each of us can go “off course” when it comes to walking in faith. Paul tells us in 1 Timothy 1:18-19 to continue to fight the good fight of faith. And, he tells us to hold onto a good conscience in order for us to stay “sailing forward” in our walk of faith.

What are Seven Habits Which Destroy Faith?

1. Our Eyes on the World – When we place our eyes on the world and not on the Word of God, we can begin to waiver. The Bible tells us in 1 John 2:15 to not love the world or the things in it. If we come to love the world more than we love God, then our faith can be destroyed.

2. Neglecting Time in the Bible – another habit which can quickly destroy our walk of faith is not taking time to read the Word of God. And, when we do read the Word, but allow other things to worry us, then the Word becomes unfruitful in our lives. Matthew 13:22

3. Consistent Worry – When we worry, we do not trust that God will take care of us. Our eyes are placed on the situation at hand and not on the faithfulness of God in our lives. Philippians 4:6 reminds us to not be anxious and to bring everything to Him in prayer.

4. Placing Trust in Our Negative Feelings – When we place our trust in our negative feelings, this can also destroy our faith. When we are depressed, we must turn to the Word of God so faith will rule over the depression. When we are concerned, the Word of God will strengthen our faith.

5. Keeping the Wrong Company – Hanging around negative people can have a negative impact on our walk with God. The more we hang around negativity, the more likely we will become negative ourselves. Many times in Proverbs we are told to choose our friends wisely.

6. Being Self-Sufficient – God desires for us to fully rely on Him. If we are so hung up on our own self-reliance, how is there any room for God in our lives? I challenge you to fully surrender your life to God Almighty on a daily basis. This will help you to keep your faith strong in the Lord.

7. Walking in Disappointment – It is so easy to walk in disappointment in our lives if we are allowing ourselves to be carried “downstream” with the world. Before you know it, time has passed and you have walked in disappointment for weeks or even months. This will directly destroy your faith walk.

There is Hope in Christ Jesus!

Today is the day to walk in newness of faith! You can make sure your faith walk is moving forward and growing in Christ Jesus!

Be determined to not allow these seven habits to deter you and take away from your faith. Move your eyes from the world onto God. Stay in the Word of God daily. Take everything to the Lord in prayer. Place your trust completely in God even when you are feeling down. Choose your friends wisely, and walk in the freedom of Christ Jesus!