MADE FOR MORE: Faith For More
Overview
Faith is one of those words we throw around a lot, but when life gets hard, faith gets tested. In Mark 9, we meet a father who is desperate for Jesus to heal his son. His prayer is both raw and honest: “I believe; help my unbelief!” (Mark 9:24). This moment reminds us that faith is not about being 100% certain all the time, it’s about trusting God in the middle of uncertainty.
The writer of Hebrews says, “Faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen” (Hebrews 11:1). Faith isn’t just believing that God exists, it’s trusting that He’s still working when we can’t see the outcome. It’s leaning on Him when the future feels unclear.
At Journey Young Adults, we want to live with that kind of bold faith. Not a “fake it till you make it” faith, but a faith that admits weakness while clinging to God’s strength. Faith that dreams bigger than what we can accomplish on our own. Faith that trusts God is not finished with our story.
Here’s the truth:
If you wait until you have it all figured out, you’ll never step out in faith.
Faith grows when you take one small step toward God, even with your questions. That’s where trust develops, where miracles happen, and where testimonies are written.
So tonight, as you talk, be honest about your doubts, but also be bold about your prayers. Because faith isn’t about certainty—it’s about surrender. And when we step out in faith, we’ll see God do more than we could ever imagine.
Read
Mark 9:21-24 NIV Jesus asked the boy’s father, “How long has he been like this?” “From childhood,” he answered. “It has often thrown him into fire or water to kill him. But if you can do anything, take pity on us and help us.” “ ‘If you can’?”said Jesus. “Everything is possible for one who believes. Immediately the boy’s father exclaimed, “I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!”
Hebrews 11:1 NKJV Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.
Discuss
When you hear the word faith, what comes to mind first? How has that definition changed over time?
Why do you think we often find it easier to trust God with some areas of our life but not others?
How do you personally wrestle with doubt while still choosing to believe?
Share a time when God surprised you by showing up in a way you didn’t expect. How did that shape your trust in Him?
What’s something you’re asking God for right now that feels impossible?
What practices or rhythms (prayer, Scripture, community, worship) have helped strengthen your faith in the past?
Who in your life inspires you to trust God more? What about their faith encourages you?
Imagine you took one small step of faith this week. What could that look like, and what difference might it make?
How could your story of faith encourage someone else who is struggling right now?
Call to Action
Pray a bold prayer this week for something that feels impossible.
Share your faith story (big or small) with someone who needs encouragement.
Step out in obedience to something God is nudging you toward, even if it feels risky.
