Mean What You Say, Say What You Mean

DCC Devotionals: Mean What You Say, Say What You Mean
by Don Vess

Focus Verse

Romans 10:17 (AMP)
So faith comes from hearing [what is told], and what is heard comes by the [preaching of the] message concerning Christ.

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Introduction

Human logic says, “seeing is believing.” But God’s way is different. Faith is not about sight—it’s about trust in what is not seen. Godly faith brings the unseen into clear spiritual focus.

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Scripture Reflection

Hebrews 11:1 (AMP)

Now faith is the assurance (title deed, confirmation) of things hoped for (divinely guaranteed), and the evidence of things not seen [the conviction of their reality—faith comprehends as fact what cannot be experienced by the physical senses].

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Faith in Action – Matthew 9:18–32

Three powerful stories from Matthew 9 show us how faith expressed leads to miracles:
•The synagogue ruler believed Jesus could raise his daughter from the dead.
•The woman with the issue of blood believed healing would come if she only touched His garment.
•Two blind men followed Jesus and boldly declared, “Son of David, have mercy on us!”

In each case, Jesus responded to their faith—not just their need. Their actions and words matched their belief.

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Faith that Speaks and Acts

Mark 11:22–24 (NLT)
“Have faith in God. I tell you the truth, you can say to this mountain, ‘Be lifted up and thrown into the sea,’ and it will happen. But you must really believe it will happen and have no doubt in your heart. You can pray for anything, and if you believe that you’ve received it, it will be yours.”

Words and belief go hand in hand. Jesus said, “Out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks” (Matthew 12:34). If your heart is full of faith, your words will declare God’s promises—not doubt.

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God Responds to Aligned Hearts

Psalm 37:4 (NKJV)
Delight yourself also in the Lord, and He shall give you the desires of your heart.

When we align our desires with God’s will, we can confidently ask and receive. But when motives are selfish, our prayers are hindered (James 4:1–3).

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Living Out Bold Faith

Acts 14:6–10 tells of a man healed because Paul recognized he had the faith to be healed. Like the blind men in Matthew 9, he acted on what he heard. Hearing God’s Word builds faith that leads to action.

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Personal Application
•What are you believing God for?
•Do your words match your faith?
•Are you declaring God’s promises over your life—or rehearsing doubt?

Faith is not passive. It speaks. It acts. It pursues Jesus—regardless of obstacles.

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Encouragement from Jesus

John 15:7–8 (NASB)
“If you abide in Me, and My words abide in you, ask whatever you wish, and it shall be done for you. By this My Father is glorified, that you bear much fruit, and so prove to be My disciples.”

God is glorified when your life bears fruit—when your prayers are answered and others see His power through you.

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Reflection Questions
1.What am I currently believing God for?
2.Do I truly believe it in my heart, or am I just hoping?
3.Are my words reinforcing faith—or fueling doubt?
4.What Scripture promises am I standing on today?

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Prayer Prompt

Father, help me to align my heart and words with Your truth. I believe Your Word, and I trust Your promises. Give me boldness to speak in faith and act in obedience. Let my life bring You glory as I walk in confident belief. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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Faith Declaration

“I have sought the will of God through His Word. I have asked for what I need—and by faith, I already have it!”

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Closing Scripture

Luke 12:32 (TPT)
“So don’t ever be afraid, dearest friends! Your loving Father joyously gives you His kingdom realm with all its promises!”