Believing & Becoming

Faith is not just something we believe—it’s something we choose. In this message by Pastor Lucas Chance, we explore how faith becomes visible in the moment of decision. Scripture shows that the Christian life unfolds through a series of choices: choosing to believe the gospel, choosing to become who God says we are, and choosing to act in obedience. The sermon walks through three key movements of spiritual growth: 1. Believe Faith begins with a choice of the heart. While faith itself is a gift from God, we participate by responding to the work of the Holy Spirit and confessing our belief in Jesus Christ. 2. Become When we believe, our identity changes immediately—we become children of God. Yet spiritual growth continues as we mature into who God has called us to be. What we focus on shapes what we become. 3. Act Faith ultimately shows itself in action. The everyday decisions we make reveal what we truly believe about God and His promises. Consider the daily choices that shape your faith and intentionally fix your eyes on Christ so that your life reflects Him. Key Scripture Romans 10:10 Chapters 00:00 Introduction – Faith and the Moment of Choice 02:08 Opening Prayer 03:00 Faith Demonstrated Through Choice 05:05 The First Choice: Believe 10:00 The Second Choice: Become 14:05 You Become What You Look At 19:10 Worship and Fixing Our Eyes on Christ 24:30 Growing Into Who God Calls Us To Be 30:05 The Third Choice: Act 34:40 Living Out Faith Daily 37:20 Final Encouragement