Let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith ...

Hebrews 10:22

The subject for discussion was inspiration. My Grandson asked, “Grandpa, what inspires you?” My immediate answer was, “Jeopardy, the Olympics, a good trumpet player, and John O’Leary’s podcasts.” After some thought, I told him that my faith, given to me as a gift at baptism, is my most cherished inspiration. This beautiful sacrament not only brought me into the family of God but assures me of forgiveness and life everlasting in heaven.

Since God is with us on every step of our lives, we have the assurance of everything hoped for and the conviction of things not seen (Hebrews 11:1). Life on earth is temporary, but because of our faith in Jesus, our heavenly home is secure.

Don Ehrhardt
St. Louis, MO

Dear God, thank you for faith. Let me be a messenger of encouragement, sharing my faith with others. Amen.

Reflect: Faith is the ultimate gift that keeps on giving — that’s inspiration!

Read: Hebrews 11 and Ephesians 2:1-10