06-03-25 part 2: Faith That Endures The Power of Calling on the Lord

Section One

Romans 10:13 declares, “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved,” a truth echoed throughout Joel 2:32 and Acts 2:21. This call is not just a one-time salvation moment but an ongoing invitation in times of distress, doubt, and need. Whether it’s the sinner’s prayer or a desperate cry in the middle of crisis, the Lord hears and saves. It’s not about religious formality—it’s about faith reaching out. The act of calling on God is not bound to eloquence or routine; even a playful gesture like dialing J-E-S-U-S metaphorically reminds us that God always picks up and answers when we reach for Him in sincerity.

Section Two

Paul presses deeper by asking, “How can they call on Him unless they believe?” and “How can they believe unless they’ve heard?” The path to salvation is a chain reaction that starts with someone being willing to speak. We are each God’s billboard to the world, whether we realize it or not. This responsibility may not always play out perfectly—especially in moments of human frustration—but the call remains to represent Jesus in all we do. When we share the good news, even imperfectly, we fulfill the beautiful mission described in Scripture: the feet of those who bring good news are truly beautiful. Even flawed witnesses have purpose in God’s plan.

Section Three

Yet not all receive the message, and that can be heartbreaking. Isaiah himself cried out, “Lord, who has believed our message?” reminding us that rejection of the Gospel is not new. It’s tempting to become discouraged, especially when loved ones drift or resist. But rejection is not the end of the story. Delay does not mean denial. We must keep standing in the gap—praying, interceding, and refusing to give up. God does not grant us insight into final outcomes. We don’t know when a heart might soften or when the truth might finally be welcomed. What we do know is that hope and prayer must never cease.

Section Four

Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God. Whether it is the message of Jesus, the words of Scripture, or the Gospel itself, each contributes to the growth of our faith. Every time we hear the Word—whether from Genesis or the Gospels—it feeds the spirit and strengthens belief. We’re not responsible for generating faith; the Word does that. Our job is to immerse ourselves and others in that Word continually. From that immersion comes trust, power, and transformation. So keep reading, keep sharing, and above all, keep listening—because faith still comes, and the Lord still saves.