14 How then shall they call on Him in whom they have not believed? And how shall they believe in Him of whom they have not heard? And how shall they hear without a preacher? 15 And how shall they preach unless they are sent? As it is written:“How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the gospel of peace, Who bring glad tidings of good things!” 16 But they have not all obeyed the gospel. For Isaiah says, “Lord, who has believed our report?” 17 So then FAITH COMES by hearing, and HEARING BY THE WORD OF GOD.
Romans 10:14-17
Q & A：
- When you think of God, what images or feelings come to mind? What steps can you take to grow closer and to know Him? How has hearing God’s Word shaped your faith? How do you deepen your reliance on Him, especially during challenging times? ( Romans 10:15; Romans 10:14; Ephesians 2:8)
- What spiritual practices in your life can be seen as the “seed,” “growth and rooting,” and “soil” for faith? What environments or habits help you nurture and allow God’s Word to deeply take root in your heart? What challenges have you faced in making time to hear and learn God’s Word, and how can you overcome them?（Romans 12:3；Mark 4:13-20）
- How do you perceive the concept of faith as a seed that needs time and patience to grow? Have you experienced something similar in your own life? Was there a specific moment when you felt God’s Word taking root in your heart and leading to transformation? In your view, what is the connection between faith and behavior, and how can we actively demonstrate our faith in daily life？（Romans 10:13-14,17; John 1:12 ; Galatians 2:21; Romans 4:6）
Summary：
This week’s sermon delves into the significance of faith in the Christian life. Faith is likened to a seed, with the Word of God as the seed sown in our hearts. In Mark 4:13-14, Jesus explains that when we open our hearts to God’s Word, it grows and bears fruit, maturing into a strong faith. This requires time, patience, and perseverance in God’s Word. Just as a seed needs nurturing to grow, our faith flourishes as we meditate on His Word, listen to it carefully, and apply it in our lives. The result is a rich harvest of faith that yields thirty, sixty, or even a hundredfold as our faith matures. Simultaneously, as we continue to understand God’s Word, we also come to know who God is and recognize our own identity in His eyes.