THE LAW OF FAITH — LIVING ABOVE WHAT YOU CAN SEE
DATE: 3rd of August 2026
AUTHOR: Evang Ademola Elemo
SERIES: LAWS IN THE SPIRIT THAT GOVERN MAN
�� SCRIPTURE READING
“But without faith it is impossible to please him…” — Hebrews 11:6
“So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.” — Romans 10:17
“For we walk by faith, not by sight.” — 2 Corinthians 5:7
��️ MEDITATION
One of the greatest laws that governs the Kingdom of God is the Law of Faith. Faith is the foundation of the believer’s relationship with God. Everything we receive from God begins with believing Him before seeing the result.
The world teaches, “Seeing is believing.” But God’s Kingdom teaches, “Believing is seeing.”
Faith is not wishful thinking or positive thinking.
Faith is complete confidence in God’s Word and character. It trusts that what God has spoken will surely come to pass, even when circumstances seem to say otherwise.
Many believers struggle because they allow their faith to be governed by their feelings instead of God’s promises. Feelings change, situations change, but God’s Word never changes.
Consider Abraham. God promised that he would become the father of many nations, even though he and Sarah were old and had no child. Abraham chose to believe God instead of his circumstances, and God fulfilled His promise.
�� Scripture Guidance:
“He staggered not at the promise of God through unbelief; but was strong in faith, giving glory to God.” — Romans 4:20
Consider The Centurion. He believed that Jesus only needed to speak a word for his servant to be healed. Jesus marveled at such great faith because the centurion trusted His authority without demanding physical evidence.
�� Scripture Guidance:
“Speak the word only, and my servant shall be healed.” — Matthew 8:8
Also consider Peter. He walked on water as long as his eyes remained on Jesus. The moment he focused on the wind and waves, fear replaced faith, and he began to sink.
�� Scripture Guidance:
“O thou of little faith, wherefore didst thou doubt?” — Matthew 14:31
This is the mystery:
Faith does not deny reality—it declares that God’s power is greater than reality.
Faith sees beyond obstacles.
Faith believes before receiving.
Faith continues trusting when answers seem delayed.
Faith turns God’s promises into personal experience.
�� KINGDOM TRUTHS
1. Faith Pleases God
�� “Without faith it is impossible to please him.” — Hebrews 11:6
2. Faith Is Built Through God’s Word
�� “Faith cometh by hearing…” — Romans 10:17
3. Faith Walks Beyond What the Eyes Can See
�� “We walk by faith, not by sight.” — 2 Corinthians 5:7
�� REFLECTION QUESTIONS
Am I allowing my circumstances or God’s Word to shape my faith?
What promise of God do I need to trust today?
How can I strengthen my faith through God’s Word?
�� PRAYER
Heavenly Father, thank You for the gift of faith.
Help me to trust You even when I cannot see the outcome.
Strengthen my confidence in Your Word and remove every seed of doubt and unbelief from my heart.
Teach me to walk by faith and not by sight.
May my life always bring You pleasure through unwavering faith. In Jesus’ mighty name, Amen.
�� DECLARATIONS
I walk by faith and not by sight.
My faith is firmly rooted in God’s Word.
I refuse to be controlled by fear or doubt.
Every promise of God concerning my life shall come to pass.
My faith grows stronger every day through the Word of God.
�� ACTION POINT FOR TODAY
Choose one promise from God’s Word that relates to your current situation. Read it aloud several times today, meditate on it, and declare it in faith instead of speaking your fears.
�� SPECIAL INSIGHT
Faith is not measured by how loudly you pray but by how firmly you trust God after you have prayed.
When God’s Word becomes greater than your circumstances, your faith becomes unstoppable.