Our Faith, God's Victory

Pastor Bryan

February 15, 2026

Main Idea

The main idea Pastor Bryan conveyed to us was that our faith plays a crucial role in God's plan and purposes, leading us to victory. He explained that faith is vital to please God and achieve breakthroughs in our lives. We were encouraged to recognize that God uses our steps of faith to create significant change, particularly when faced with adversity. We were reminded from the scripture in Hebrews 11:6 that our faith is indispensable in drawing closer to God. The narrative of Jonathan showed us that God can bring deliverance through seemingly impossible odds and that our acts of faith can ignite a movement towards national change, symbolizing how God's saving grace works in our lives and communities.

Scripture References

1 Samuel 14:1, 1 Samuel 14:6-23, Hebrews 11:6

Why is it impossible to please God without faith?

Must you believe in the small things before you can have faith in the big things?

Discussion Questions:

At what point does God's faith become our faith?

How do we change when we exercise faith?

Have you ever been tempted to claim glory for yourself when God acts after you exercise faith?

Summary

Pastor Bryan shared with us how in 1 Samuel 14, Jonathan's act of faith amidst overwhelming odds led to a significant victory for Israel. He reminded us that Saul's army was scared and paralyzed, yet it took Jonathan's courage and belief in God’s power to change the narrative. It was emphasized that God desires our faith, which matters significantly for our victories. We learned that stepping out in faith, even when circumstances seem dire, is crucial, as it allows God to multiply our efforts and deliver us from our challenges. This act of faith not only led to immediate victory but also restored those who had separated themselves, showing the lasting impact of God's victory through our faith.