2007-09-01 17:22:22 · 20 answers · asked by ? 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Faith comes by hearing, and hearing comes by reading Gods word. This is quoted in the Bible. God will speak to you in his word- he speaks to all through this. But only some choose to listen. Stand strong like a mountain and refuse to be moved. Trust the lord in all of life's struggles and your faith will be stronger than you could ever imagine possible. Faith to me is the belief in, devotion to, or trust in somebody or something, especially without logical proof, so do not be wavered! Good luck, and God Bless.
2007-09-01 17:27:38 · answer #1 · answered by 4-GiVeN 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
First, one must gain a testimony. Faith must be founded on knowledge which must be founded on evidence. Gain a testimony that Christ lives and that what He taught was true. Remember, He asked us to have faith IN Him not OF Him. You can't have faith in something you don't know is good and true.
Obedience can bring a very strong testimony of an individual principle too.
Pray, study and (perhaps most importantly) PONDER. Pondering is so important and most people leave it out. I think it is one reason revelation is so sparse in these latter-days. Read James 1:5-6 and Hebrews 11...study it...ponder about it...
Put yourself in a proper order to recieve revelation. Be as clean as you can be. Go somewhere where the Holy Ghost can speak to you. Follow those still, small promptings...
Remember also that God gave you a brain and a conscience for a reason!
One's faith must be in Jesus Christ and no other. Only faith in Him can have an eternal result. Faith is an action. Perhaps this talk would be of use to you:
http://www.lds.org/portal/site/LDSOrg/menuitem.b12f9d18fae655bb69095bd3e44916a0/?vgnextoid=f318118dd536c010VgnVCM1000004d82620aRCRD&locale=0&sourceId=45588fbe352fe010VgnVCM100000176f620a____&hideNav=1
I promise that if you read it, you will come out of it with a better understanding than you did when you started. It isn't all that long.
Anyway...the foundation of faith is knowledge. Search for truth with an open mind and never, ever, give up.
2007-09-02 00:33:26 · answer #2 · answered by Chris B 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
First of all,Christ Jesus word is the most solid foundation you believe on . Second prayer ,fasting to get the flesh out of the way so the spirit of the lord can take over your life.Surround yourrself with other like believers ,that are strong and true in the spirit. Remember your prayers even write them down and as they are answered by God ,then you will have more to build faith. Faith is the evidence things unseen.You may not see God but he's there. Just try God. ASK , SEEK ,Knock The door is open.
2007-09-02 14:50:03 · answer #3 · answered by mcofthefox 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Read the story of Joseph: So beautiful!
If Joseph teaches us anything, it is that our Faith in God will be challenged all the time.
The Apostle Paul says in Romans 1:17: For in the gospel a righteousness from God is revealed, a righteousness that is by faith from first to last, just as it is written: "The righteous will live by faith." (NIV)
Joseph had enough time to become disillusioned, disappointed, and even forgetful of the dreams God gave him a few years earlier.
Joseph's attitude of reliance is one we need to cultivate.
We are very capable people. We are smart; we have many resources and opportunities. We are "Can Do" kind of people. But Joseph had learned that no matter how capable he may appear to be, he can only perform through God. It is not himself giving the answers--it is God.
Our faith in God may waver because we have not taken it has not taken residence in the deepest part of us.
The Apostle Paul had a similar experience: in 2 Corinthians 1:8-9 (read please).
The argument goes like this--if God can raise the dead, He can get me through anything I might face in this life. That is an unwavering faith.
Paul was able to see beyond the every day hardships and kept God's promises and purposes in mind.
God bless you.
2007-09-02 00:38:04 · answer #4 · answered by Cister 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm not going for best answer for this one...
but...
For an unwavering Faith is the basics read the bible regularly and go to church regularly. But it is also through doing God's Work here on earth that will strengthen your faith, because you will see god working in people's lives!
If that isn't the biggest faith builder i don't know what is!
But stay in church, read your bible, and become active in your church and its activities!
If you don't have enough time for church... MAKE TIME! You must not try to fit god into your life, you must make time for god! That goes for the bible too!
But having an unwavering faith is a lot of self-discipline and keeping the God's Word in your heart so you are prepared when trials come!
I have to admit I'm not this self-disciplined to do all this. But all christian should strive to be christlike and to know more about God, always.
In Christ,
David
2007-09-02 00:47:40 · answer #5 · answered by David T. 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What have you done for God?
DO THE WILL OF GOD
You need to find a home church, be obedient, follow his word, be baptized with the holy spirit, show your self approved and do the will of God (Mark 16: 15 - 18)
2007-09-02 00:26:11 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hope and Charity.
See Moroni Chapter 7
2007-09-02 00:29:08 · answer #7 · answered by guest 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Pray for a deep relationship with God. Ask Him to order your steps and for peace that surpasses understanding. Read you Bible and fast. Obey God's Commandments.
2007-09-02 00:27:45 · answer #8 · answered by searchingforperfecshon 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
first: never ever read anything well written.
second: better you don't read anything not published by your parish.
third: only spend time with other members of your church. do not fraternize with any of the "unclean".
fourth: have your TV permanently tuned to a faith channel. remove any possibility that you might get informed, educated or be given cause to question.
fifth: when this works, remember - things are better in heaven. prove your belief by going there as soon as possible.
2007-09-02 00:29:49 · answer #9 · answered by Myrrhder 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Prayer
Fasting
Reading and studying the bible (using interlinears helps)
Trails of your faith and resisting temptation
helping needy
2007-09-02 00:42:43 · answer #10 · answered by robert p 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋