The Paul Tripp Podcast 986. What Even is Faith? (Part 4) | The Connecting Podcast Ep. 049
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Dec 6, 2025 In this discussion, Shelby Abbott, a pastor and ministry leader, joins Paul Tripp to explore the depths of faith. They emphasize that real faith is not just blind hope but a transformative way of living. The duo delves into how imagination influences faith, enabling believers to see God's promises. Highlighting biblical figures like Abraham and Moses, they discuss the importance of waiting on God's timing and clinging to His promises through life's struggles. Ultimately, they remind listeners that God Himself is the greatest gift, urging faith in His goodness.
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Imagination Enables Seeing The Unseen
- Imagination is the human capacity to see realities that are are real but unseen, and it undergirds faith.
- Paul Tripp argues grace unlocks imagination so we can envision God and his promises despite spiritual blindness.
Promises, Not Performance, Anchor Faith
- Faith is rooted in God’s promises rather than our track record, righteousness, or feelings.
- Tripp says the arms of faith are always holding onto the promises of God that reveal his character.
Ask God For Faith, Not Self-Reliance
- When you fail to hold onto God’s promises, confess your weakness and ask God, “Lord, I believe; help my unbelief.”
- Do not try to gin up faith yourself because faith is a gift of God and needs his grace.