The Substance of Faith

Redemptive Recovery
May 14
2 min read

May 14

"Now faith is the certainty of things hoped for, a proof of things not seen.”

(Hebrews 11:1)

Faith is more than just wishful thinking: it is the certainty of what we hope for and the evidence of what we cannot see. This defining verse opens one of the most powerful chapters in Scripture, known as the “Hall of Faith.” It invites us to anchor our lives in something deeper than what our eyes can perceive.

We live in a world that says, “I’ll believe it when I see it.” But the life of faith flips that script: “I’ll trust because He said it.” Faith clings to God’s promises, even when circumstances suggest otherwise. It is a deep assurance in the character of God, a trust that He is who He says He is and will do what He has promised to do.

For many of us, faith often feels like stepping into the unknown. We don’t always see immediate results. There may be pain, uncertainty, and moments of doubt. But faith says, “God is still working. His promises still stand. My hope is not in what I see today, but in what He has declared.”

Faith is not passive: it moves us. It helped Noah build an ark before the rain. It caused Abraham to step out before knowing the destination. It gave strength to people who faced lions, fire, and rejection. Faith takes the invisible and makes it the firm foundation we build our lives upon.

What are you hoping for today? Are you trusting God even when you can’t yet see how He’s working?

Jesus, thank You for being faithful, even when I can’t see the full picture. Help me to trust You in the unseen, to cling to Your promises, and to walk by faith and not by sight. Strengthen my heart with the certainty that You are with me. In Your name, Amen.

Redemptive Recovery (RR) is a Christian recovery group and program that is modeled on biblical truths. We believe that Jesus Christ has the power to transform our lives and that the bible is our roadmap. RR meets weekly and is for anyone currently navigating the challenges of addiction and also those that are further along in their recovery.

Visit www.redemptiverecovery.org for more information.