Faith is NOT Lazy, Faith Works

What can we achieve without working? Some might be inclined to say that nothing is achieved or accomplished without work. But a closer look at this construct and idea of work will reveal that a lack of work also has its rewards in being unproductive. Did you know that our faith must be put to work? Firstly, faith is a gift that comes from God. Yes, Faith is a characteristic or character trait that emanates from God. When God created us in his image and likeness He gave us a gift, a character trait that is a reflection of himself and his abilities. This character trait is one of ACTION not inaction. Therefore, Faith does not sit back and expect something to happen. No, Faith makes or causes (action) things to happen. Consider the creation of the universe (see Genesis 1 & 2): God worked for 6 days and brought everything that exists into being. All of this he did before he rested on day 7. And with each segment of creation that he spoke into existence, God said "it was good". Faith is not satisfied with mediocrity; Faith pursues excellence until he/she grabs a hold of it. Good things and great rewards will not fall from the sky onto our laps; they are the byproducts of our labor and effort. Our dreams and our goals must be actively pursued until they are accomplished; and we must not rest until the finish line is reached. Righteous action is evidence of genuine Faith. Show me your faith without your deeds, and I'll show you my faith by what I do. Faith is not Lazy, Faith Works.

James 2 :17- 18 In the same way, faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead. 18 But someone will say, "You have faith; I have deeds." Show me your faith without deeds, and I will show you my faith by my deeds.