POWER OF ACTIVE FAITH - Pr. ANN LIGIN ABRAHAM

This sermon, delivered on International Women's Day, explores the critical distinction between simple belief and active faith. The speaker emphasizes that while many Christians engage in religious activities like fasting, long prayers, and Bible study, these actions cannot please God without the foundational element of faith.Drawing from Hebrews 11:6, the speaker argues that "belief with action is faith". To illustrate this, several biblical and personal examples are sharedCalming the Storm: Jesus was disappointed that His disciples lacked the faith to rebuke the storm themselves, expecting them to use the power He provided.The Paralytic at Capernaum: The four men who lowered their friend through a roof demonstrated faith through their persistent, physical actions rather than waiting for an easier time.The message concludes with a call to the congregation to "rebuke the storms" in their own lives—whether they be sickness, debt, or fear—rather than just asking others for prayer. The growth of their church from a small group of three is presented as a final "work of faith".