Scripture reveals that miracles authenticate God's power, but they're never meant to replace faith—in fact, they require it.
Scripture on Miracles
John 11:40
New Testament
"Jesus said, 'Did I not tell you that if you believe, you will see the glory of God?'"
Exodus 14:13-14
Old Testament
"Moses answered the people, 'Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the deliverance the Lord will bring you today. The Egyptians you see today you will never see again. The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.'"
Mark 6:5-6
New Testament
"He could not do any miracles there, except lay his hands on a few sick people and heal them. He was amazed at their lack of faith."
Joshua 3:15-16
Old Testament
"Now the Jordan is at flood stage all during harvest. Yet as soon as the priests who carried the ark reached the Jordan and their feet touched the water's edge, the water from upstream stopped flowing. It piled up in a heap a great distance away."
Matthew 12:38-39
New Testament
"Some of the Pharisees and teachers of the law said to him, 'Teacher, we want to see a sign from you.' He answered, 'A wicked and adulterous generation asks for a sign! But none will be given it except the sign of the prophet Jonah.'"
The Bottom Line
Miracles aren't proof for the faithless; they're confirmation for the faithful.
Try Today
This week, ask God for one specific thing that feels impossible to you, and tell one person you're asking. Don't take back the prayer.
Prayer
Jesus invites us to ask boldly: 'Ask and it will be given to you' (Matthew 7:7).
Father, I confess that I often settle for what I can control instead of asking for what only You can do. I see my limits and call them reality. But You're still the God of miracles—not because You show off, but because You move mountains to display Your glory and deepen our trust. I'm asking You now for [specific thing]. Help me believe You're good enough and powerful enough, even while I wait. Give me the faith to see Your hand at work. In Jesus' name, Amen.
📚 Read Exodus 14-15 to see the Red Sea miracle and what Moses teaches about God's deliverance
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