Daily Devotional - November 16th, 2025
“Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” — Hebrews 11:1
“Faith is a divine gift given to enable us to transcend mortality to see beyond our physical sight, hear truths that cannot be discerned by technology and feel the spirit of God overpowering the desires of the natural man.” — Alma Ohene-Opare
Commentary:
Faith is not a product of emotion or intellect alone. It is a sacred endowment from God that elevates our perception beyond what the eye can see or the mind can calculate. In a world where knowledge is measured by data and truth by visibility, faith calls us to see the unseen and trust the eternal. It is the bridge between divine reality and human understanding.
When we exercise faith, we align our will with God’s will. This doesn’t mean abandoning reason or dismissing science—it means adding a spiritual lens that completes the picture. Faith takes what reason gathers and infuses it with heavenly perspective. It gives courage when logic says “retreat,” and peace when the world says “panic.” It transforms uncertainty into opportunity because it recognizes that God’s power operates far beyond mortal constraints.
To live by faith is to walk with confidence in divine promises even when the path is unclear. Faith is the quiet assurance that God’s hand is in our lives, orchestrating details we cannot yet discern. It refines our character, strengthens our resolve, and brings us closer to the likeness of Christ, whose perfect faith conquered all fear and doubt.
Scripture:
“Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” — Hebrews 11:1
Daily Application:
Exercise your faith today by combining reason and revelation. After doing all you can through study, planning, and effort, humbly pray for divine guidance. Ask God to open your spiritual eyes to truths beyond human perception and to confirm your path with peace in your heart.