Signed, Sealed, and Delivered - God’s Promises

Faith is the substance of things hoped for, as described in Hebrews 11:1.

Faith means you can take the next step forward because you trust that God will hear and answer your prayers. The Greek word translated “substance” literally means “that which stands under.” In other words, faith is the solid foundation beneath your hopes, making them strong and real, even before you can see them. Think of it like holding a title deed or legal proof of ownership. That deed assures you that what is promised already belongs to you, even though your eyes cannot yet see it. Faith is not just wishful thinking; it is a confident assurance in unseen realities. Imagine it this way: you have a dream of building a house, and you have hired a trustworthy builder and given him a picture of God’s promise. Because you have a plan, a dream, and a builder you can depend on, you move forward with confidence. The house is not standing yet, but your faith gives a present reality to your future home, making it possible for you to act toward its construction.

In the same way, faith brings the unseen into your daily life. When you live by faith, your hopes are not empty desires; They are anchored in the unshakable truth that God’s promises are real and sure. Faith gives substance to those promises, even while they are still unfolding in the spiritual realm. It is your foundation for hope. Though you may not yet see how everything will come together, you can trust the One who made the promise—because He cannot fail. Faith gives you the courage to wait, to trust, and to act with certainty, knowing that what God has assured will come to pass, even if it still lies beyond your sight today.

G. Yarian