Having an “Asking” Faith

Written By Betty Predmore

Having an "Asking" Faith

JAMES 1:1-18

(November 17)

The book of James was written by James, the brother of Jesus. He was a leader of the church in Jerusalem and was concerned for the early believers because he they didn't have the support of established Christian churches. Stephen had been martyred and persecution had increased, and the Christians were scattered throughout the Roman world. James wanted to give the early believers some perspective on life, and in the first portion of his letter, he speaks to the ability to profit through trials, how to have a better perspective of rich and poor, and how to love God despite what you might be going through.

He speaks to the subject of faith by saying that we must have an "asking" faith ... a faith in which we feel free to ask for that which we need and ask in faith without doubting. Our faith should be strong, and in God alone, with no loyalty divided and focused on the world.

According to James, being poor is something to boast about. God honors those who live in such a way. But what if you are rich? God will honor the humbleness of the wealthy. We don't have to be rich to be used by God or to be blessed by God. We don't have to have wealth to live out the calling God has placed on our lives.

Another point James is clear about is that you WILL have TEMPTATION in your life. Through that temptation we have the choice ... to grow Godly character and be more like Christ, or to fall short and give in to the temptation. Those who can patiently endure through the temptations of the world will received God's promised crown of life.

We also need to understand that temptation doesn't come from God, it comes from our own worldly desires. These desires, when not patiently endured, turn into sinful acts. When we don't get control over the sin in our lives, it results in death.

We should not be tempted by those things which look pleasing and good. The good things in life are not found through temptations. All that is good and perfect comes from God, the creator of all good things. Those good things are there for us if we go to God with an "asking" faith and an undoubting heart. He wants to bless us.

Betty Predmore

Betty Predmore is a writer, blogger, speaker and ministry leaders. She is the founder of Mom-Sense, Inc., a ministry designed for mentorship, connection and service to women of all life circumstances. Through this ministry, women are encouraged and supported with scripture and life application. Mom-Sense helps women overcome life struggles through small group classes with biblical curriculum, individual counseling, bible studies, and other areas of support.

Betty also directs the Imperial Valley Life Center, which is a non-profit faith-based pro life women’s resource center. She has a passion for saving the unborn and supporting mothers through pregnancy and motherhood.

Betty loves to speak at events, sharing the love of Jesus with other women. She does this through practical life application mingled with God’s word, and sprinkled with humor. Having experienced a broken home, divorce, abuse, grief, single motherhood, blended families, and adoption, she uses the broken places and movement of God in her own life to share His word in an inspiring way. She enjoys sharing her blogs on social media as a way of reaching out on a broader spectrum. Betty has many speaking topics which can be found on her website: www.bettypredmore.com

As an author, she has had the opportunity to impact women and reach deep into their hearts with her words of inspiration and encouragement. Through Pondering Virtue and Whispered Grace, she has created wonderful tools for the woman who is seeking direction in her spiritual walk.

Betty serves on the writing team of A Wife Like Me, and is also a contributor to Moms Encouraging Moms and Gift of Thorns. Her blogs have appeared in several magazine publications throughout the years including Southern Faith Magazine, Purposeful Life, and Aspiring Woman Magazine.

While Betty thrives on her ministry opportunities, her greatest blessings come from being a wife to Jim and a mama to their wonderful collection of children, who bring joy, laughter, and an occasional tear to her days.


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