Feed Your Faith

Christian non-fiction, devotional, poetry, Revival

Feed Your Faith

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Heidi Viars

March 20, 2014

Faith is like a certain provision we take along on our road of deeds.
Faith feeds our courage to step out.
Faith knows that raging waves submit under the Master’s feet,
and understands that rushing waters
part with a Word of Christ’s command.
Faith is not needed for that which we can do ourselves,
But for the impossible!

How would I know that you are my Light,
If I’d never seen darkness, but all had been bright?
How would I know that you are my peace,
If I’d never been scared, but all wars had ceased?
How would I know that you are my hope,
If I’d never despaired, and all gloom had eloped?
How would I know that you are my calm,
If I’d never felt strife, and my worries were gone?
How would I know to put faith in You
If I’d only been challenged with the things I could do?

That your faith might not rest in the wisdom of men
but in the power of God.
1 Corinthians 2:5
~
(Heidi Viars, 2014)

35 responses to “Feed Your Faith”

Karina's Thought

March 31, 2014

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greenlightlady

March 22, 2014

Heidi, I really love and appreciate the encouragement in this poem. It tells me that I’m in a good place if I think I can’t do this walk but for the grace of God. He enables us to do the seemingly impossible-that’s a faith fact to focus on. Thanks for reminding us.

Blessings ~ Wendy ❀

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Unshakable Hope

March 22, 2014

“…Faith is not needed for that which I can do ourselves,
But for the impossible…”
I really like this poem, Heidi, especially the previous line.

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1. Heidi Viars
  
  March 22, 2014
  
  Thank you, Bill … I read your last post to my husband last night …. you are an inspiration to us in our challenges. I appreciate you pointing us to Jesus and His strength … the only strength that will not fail us! Blessings
  
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Stephen Nielsen

March 21, 2014

Thanks. This is very encouraging. I do have some impossible things ahead of me to do.

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1. Heidi Viars
  
  March 22, 2014
  
  Thanks, Stephen, for stopping in. Praying for God’s wisdom and strength in the impossible!
  
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Susan Irene Fox

March 21, 2014

Beautiful, Heidi, as usual. Have you seen the new post? Generosity is up!

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1. Heidi Viars
  
  March 22, 2014
  
  Thank you so much, Susan! I appreciate you confidence and am honored you would think my poetry worth passing on 🙂 Blessings to your day!
  
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Especially Made

March 21, 2014

Oh, your beautiful words are so encouraging, so needed when so many cares and anxieties distract me from fixing our eyes on The Lord. God bless you, sister!

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1. Heidi Viars
  
  March 22, 2014
  
  God’s blessings to you as well, sister, as you walk with Him … our Creator and Maker and omniscient Father!
  
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A Servant

March 21, 2014

Awesome Heidi. The inspiration of scripture and the beauty of God’s creation. What more can a post contain?
A Servant

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1. Heidi Viars
  
  March 22, 2014
  
  We serve an awesome God, dear Servant! Thank you so much for reading and leaving me your words of encouragement 🙂
  
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Nancy Ruegg

March 21, 2014

Such eloquence, Heidi! And you’ve highlighted an important truth: without darkness and trouble, we cannot experience fully the stunning contrast of God’s Light, peace, and power. Praise God and thank YOU!

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1. Heidi Viars
  
  March 22, 2014
  
  Thank you so much for your words of encouragement, Nancy! What place we find ourselves when we trust our entire lives to Him, our omniscient Father! We can trust Him. He knows. Blessing to you, sister. Praying your weekend will be filled with Glimpses of Him.
  
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Rene Yoshi

March 21, 2014

Gorgeous images and wonderful poem! Amen! Sometimes when people ask for advice about decision-making, I advise them that God has given us responsibility, so we need to do what we can do, seek the Lord, and let God do what only He can do. He has always been so faithful and gracious, like a Father that says, “Jump, I will catch you,” or like a Father who rescues when we try to step out without Him. 😀

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1. Heidi Viars
  
  March 22, 2014
  
  We are in the most capable hands when we surrender our lives to Him! What you said in your comment blessed me more than my words can express! Those words came from the Lord to my heart! THANK YOU, Rene~
  
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heavenlyraindrops

March 21, 2014

Heidi, this is stunningly beautiful. The poem, the photos. Thank you so much for what you bring our way- of sharing from the Father’s heart with us. BTW, sharing another one of your cards with someone today. Love your ministry!

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1. Heidi Viars
  
  March 22, 2014
  
  Blessings to you, dearest Sue! His heart to us is full of compassion, wisdom, love, and care. I am in awe of His provisions. Praying for you today!
  
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Shelly

March 21, 2014

As always, beautiful photos and even more beautiful and inspiring words!

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1. Heidi Viars
  
  March 22, 2014
  
  We have a beautiful God … and a faithful Father 🙂 Thank you so much for stopping by and blessing me with your comment, Shelly
  
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sf

March 20, 2014

GORGEOUS photos!

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1. Heidi Viars
  
  March 22, 2014
  
  Gorgeous God 🙂
  
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cshowers

March 20, 2014

Amen Heidi… and without faith, it is impossible to please Him. 🙂

Blessings to you, my friend,
Cheryl

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1. Heidi Viars
  
  March 22, 2014
  
  Indeed it is 🙂 Blessings to you as well, dearest Cheryl!
  
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Pocketful of Motherhood

March 20, 2014

Beautiful Heidi and just what I needed to read tonight! Your words and pictures are always so encouraging to my soul!!

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1. Heidi Viars
  
  March 22, 2014
  
  Thank you, Hannah! Let’s keep reminding each other of His faithfulness to our hearts. Blessings to you today, dear friend!
  
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Debbie

March 20, 2014

I really needed reminded that faith is for the impossible things, the things I can’t do. And such beautiful photos! Thank you, Heidi, for ministering to me tonight. God bless you.

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1. Heidi Viars
  
  March 20, 2014
  
  Oh Debbie, how good to see you!!! You’re such a blessing to me and I get so excited when I see you “pop” up 🙂 Much love to you and thank you for your encouraging words!
  
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Skye @ TheSanctuaryofMyHeart

March 20, 2014

Beautifully and appropriately penned for this moment in time, Dearest Friend! xxxxx ❤

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1. Heidi Viars
  
  March 20, 2014
  
  Thank you, dear friend!!!
  
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Widow Beach

March 20, 2014

Beautiful. I’ll take God’s wisdom and power over man’s “brilliance” any ol’ day. God bless you.

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1. Heidi Viars
  
  March 20, 2014
  
  Yep! Would you keep us in your prayers. We are adding three chairs to our dining room table … the first on tomorrow!!!!!!!!!!
  
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  1. Widow Beach
    
    March 20, 2014
    
    Oh Wowza, how exciting! You’re always in my prayers, but I’ll add 3 more.
    
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    1. Heidi Viars
      
      March 20, 2014
      
      Maybe you need to load up on the diet pepsi … for some caffeine 🙂
      
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      1. Widow Beach
        
        March 20, 2014
        
        No worries, I have a nearly 24 hr buzz on.
        
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