One afternoon, I had some quiet time, so I prayed and thought about why I believe.
It was a cold, grey winter day. I noticed passersby wandering to a nearby store. They wore their hoodies, reminding me of the hooded cloak we see in the images of Jesus.
I reflected on Jesus’ love and wondered why I believed. As I enjoyed the solitude, I concluded that my belief in Christ is a blessing. Our faith exists for any person on earth. None of us own it. My faith began when I first heard about God’s grace.
What Paul wrote can explain how the mystery of faith holds true for me and any Christian. Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word about Christ.
Our faith in the love of Jesus shows us grace. Because of this, I can remain a calm, smiling, and helpful person—a problem solver. I like to assist others in any way I can and aim to keep on giving. I pray for the strength to perform God’s work because I believe Jesus still lights the world.
Faith endows us all with the gifts of grace, love, blessings, and hope. That is why I believe.
Have you thought about why you believe?
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Julie Grenness is a former teacher and catechist who is now a writer of many online articles, mainly for baby boomers. She is also a caregiver for a geriatric and a part-time tutor and mentor of young Australians from many lands. She aims to be a woman of God and to walk humbly in the path of Jesus.