without faith...

today, i was reading along in one of the many books i'm reading (or trying to read) right now called "Chazown." i know, kind of a crazy title for a book...and it doesn't even seem english. well, you're right. the term is the hebrew word for "vision" in the OT. so....while i was reading along, something triggered my mind (Holy Spirit) with the thought of faith, and i was immediately taken to a familiar passage for me in the Bible, found in the book of Hebrews. Chapter 11 verse 6 says this,

"And without faith it is impossible to please him (God), for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him."

in my mind it was like a scene change in a play, where the curtains are opened and you can see the next set. in a moment, immediately i realized my current situation & faith, and i was struck to the core with the thought of pleasing God. i'm sure you can imagine your current situation and your faith also.

i soooo want faith in everything i do, to never wander or stray or become weak in my faith...but, the truth is, i'm there way more than i wish to be. i haven't found the formula to strong faith yet, but i beg and plead with God to strengthen my faith in Him to the point where i'm confident, unmoveable, firmly planted like the tall tall cedar tree...where no wind can shake or move me.