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God's Only Pain Is To Be Doubted; God's Only Pleasure Is To Be Believed


God's Only Pain Is To Be Doubted; God's Only Pleasure Is To Be Believed

**Scripture:**Hebrews 11:6 (NIV)"And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him."

1. **Faith is Essential:** Without faith, pleasing God is impossible.

2. **Belief in Existence:** We must believe God exists to approach Him.

3. **God Rewards Faith:** He rewards those who seek Him earnestly.

4. **Earnest Seeking:** Sincere and continuous effort is required.

5. **Pleasing God:** Our faith brings pleasure to God.

**Action Plan:**- **Daily Faith:** Practice daily faith through prayer and Scripture reading.

**Prayer:**Lord, strengthen my faith and help me seek You earnestly. May my belief bring You pleasure. In Jesus' name, Amen.

My story 

Growing up, I was always taught to have faith in God and to trust in His plan for me. My family was deeply religious, and we attended church every Sunday without fail. I always felt a sense of peace and comfort when I was in the presence of God, and I truly believed that He was watching over me and guiding me through life.

However, as I got older, I started to question my faith. I faced difficult challenges and had moments of doubt where I wondered if God truly had a plan for me. I struggled with feelings of insecurity and uncertainty, and I began to question whether or not God was truly present in my life.

During this time of doubt, I felt lost and alone. I longed for the comfort and guidance that I had once felt from my faith, but I couldn't seem to find it. I felt like I was drifting further and further away from God, and I didn't know how to find my way back.

But through it all, I never lost hope. I continued to pray and seek out God in my darkest moments, and slowly but surely, I began to feel His presence once again. I realized that God's only pain is to be doubted, and His only pleasure is to be believed. I understood that my doubt was causing me more pain than anything else, and I knew that in order to find peace and fulfillment, I needed to trust in God's plan for me.

As I started to believe in God wholeheartedly once again, I felt a weight lifted off my shoulders. I knew that no matter what challenges I faced, God was with me every step of the way. I felt a renewed sense of purpose and direction in my life, and I knew that as long as I put my trust in God, everything would be okay.

Now, I live my life with unwavering faith and belief in God. I know that He is always by my side, guiding me through life's twists and turns. I no longer doubt His presence or His plan for me, and I am grateful for the peace and comfort that my faith brings me every day.

In the end, I realized that God's only pain is to be doubted, and His only pleasure is to be believed. And I am grateful every day for the unwavering love and guidance that He provides me with, no matter what challenges may come my way.

Go deeper 

Doubt and Faith in the Bible

Doubt:

1. **James 1:6-8 (NIV):** - "But when you ask, you must believe and not doubt, because the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind." -

 **Explanation:** Doubt is seen as destabilizing and counterproductive to receiving God's blessings.

2. **Matthew 14:31 (NIV):** - "Immediately Jesus reached out his hand and caught him. 'You of little faith,' he said, 'why did you doubt?'" - **Explanation:** Jesus emphasizes the importance of faith and trust in Him.

Faith:

1. **Hebrews 11:6 (NIV):** - "And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him." - **Explanation:** Faith is essential to please God and receive His rewards.

2. **John 20:29 (NIV):** - "Then Jesus told him, 'Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.'"  

 - **Explanation:** Jesus blesses those who believe without seeing.### Theological Context- **Faith (Greek: πίστις, pistis):** Trust and reliance on God.

- **Doubt (Greek: διακρίνω, diakrinō):** Hesitation or wavering in trust.

### Conclusion

The statement captures the biblical emphasis on faith as pleasing to God and doubt as a hindrance. Believers are encouraged to cultivate steadfast trust in God, aligning with the biblical portrayal of a faithful relationship with the Divine.

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