Magical Ability

First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for you all,
because your faith is being proclaimed throughout the whole world. (Romans 1:8)

In a recent football game, a player was praised for his desire to make powerful contact and drive through the defenders. Another player was praised for his "magical" ability. There are many things that seem praiseworthy to the "man on the street". It's not uncommon to hear praise for a man's strength, toughness, speed or ability to throw a ball. We sometimes hear praise for a person's kindness, generosity, wealth or influence. This verse in Romans 1 reveals what God sees as praiseworthy. Faith in God through Jesus Christ is, according to God's perspective, the primary attribute deserving of praise. God wants to praise your faith and my faith. Let's pray for and seek ways to grow in faith.

However, when the Son of Man comes, will He find faith on the earth?" - Jesus (Luke 18)

Some ideas:
- Scripture reading
- Spiritual retreats
- seeking God's glory at every opportunity
- meditating on God's Word
- sharing struggles with others
- your ideas??

Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word of Christ. (Romans 10)