It is NOT a “let me see IF…” It is I KNOW God will! This is the use of testimonies! We SEE/HEAR/KNOW that God IS Able!!!
This perspective reflects a deep, experiential faith that moves beyond questioning God’s willingness to act and into a firm, unwavering confidence in His power, often built upon personal testimony.
This is the essence of “I KNOW” faith, a declaration that God is not just capable, but faithful to move on your behalf. Key aspects of this, as reinforced by scripture and testimony, include:
- Testimonies as Evidence: Testimonies serve as tangible proof of God’s power and love. They are not just stories of the past, but reminders that “God is still in the healing business” and actively working today.
- “We See/Hear/Know”: The phrase “We see/hear/know that God IS Able” is a powerful affirmation of God’s ability to act, which strengthens faith and makes it practical, rather than theoretical.
- A Weapon of Faith: According to Revelation 12:11, believers “overcome by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony.” Sharing testimonies is considered a spiritual weapon that builds faith and brings glory to God.
- Active Confidence: This kind of faith declares that God will do it, mirroring the faith of Abraham, who was “fully persuaded that God was able to do what He had promised” (Romans 4:21).
Testimonies move faith from “let me see if…” to “I know He will,” acting as a catalyst for hope and a testament to His unwavering faithfulness.
In the Bible, testimony is the powerful, personal declaration of God’s faithfulness, mercy, and works in a person’s life, designed to glorify Him, strengthen faith, and spread the gospel. It is described as a key tool for overcoming spiritual evil (Revelation 12:11) and is mandated for believers to share as witnesses of Jesus.
Key biblical principles regarding testimony include:
- Purpose and Power: Testimonies testify to Jesus’ resurrection and power, serving as a “spirit of prophecy” that inspires faith and encourages others (Revelation 19:10, Ask About My Faith).
- A Call to Share: Believers are urged to share their experiences of God’s grace, as seen in Psalms (“Let the redeemed of the Lord tell their story,” Psalm 107:2) and Jesus’ instruction to tell others “how much the Lord has done for you”.
- Preparation: Christians should always be ready to give a defense or “reason for the hope that you have” (1 Peter 3:15).
- The Holy Spirit’s Role: Sharing one’s testimony is a, function of the Holy Spirit, who empowers believers to act as witnesses for Christ (Acts 1:8, Matthew 10:19-20).
- Overcoming Evil: Testimonies are used in spiritual warfare alongside the blood of Jesus to defeat the enemy (Revelation 12:11).
The biblical concept of testimony is fundamentally about witnessing to the truth of the Gospel, focusing on God’s actions rather than personal accolades.