Is My Faith Strong Enough Today?

Every believer faces moments when the question rises quietly but persistently in the heart: “Is my faith strong enough today?” It’s a vulnerable question—one that reveals both our wish to trust God and our awareness of our own limitations. The truth is, faith isn’t measured by how confident we feel, but by the One we place our confidence in.

Jesus once said in Matthew 17:20:

“. . . If you have faith as a mustard seed . . . nothing will be impossible for you.”

(NKJV)

A mustard seed is tiny—barely visible between your fingers. Yet Jesus chose that image intentionally. He wasn’t asking us to have massive, impressive faith. He was inviting us to bring whatever faith we have, even if it feels small, shaky, or tired.

Some days faith feels strong. Other days it feels like a flickering candle in the wind. But Scripture never tells us to evaluate our faith by emotion. Instead, it points us toward the direction of our trust. Psalm 56:3 says:

“Whenever I am afraid, I will trust in You.”

(NKJV)

Notice the psalmist doesn’t say, “When I am afraid, I muster up more faith.” He simply chooses where to place his fear, his uncertainty, and his hope.

Faith is not the absence of fear. Faith is choosing God in the presence of fear.

We often imagine faith as something we either have or don’t have. But the Bible paints a different picture—faith is something that grows, stretches, and matures over time. James 1:3 reminds us:

“. . . the testing of your faith produces patience.”

(NKJV)

The very moments when you wonder if your faith is strong enough are significant. These are often the moments God is strengthening it.

Think about Peter walking on water. His faith was strong enough to step out of the boat, but not strong enough to keep him from sinking. Yet Jesus didn’t shame him. He reached out, lifted him up, and walked with him back to the boat. Peter’s faith wasn’t perfect, but it was real—and Jesus honored it.

So how do you know if your faith is strong enough today?

• If you’re turning to God—even with questions—your faith is strong enough.
• If you’re praying—even with doubt—your faith is strong enough.
• If you’re opening Scripture—even when you feel dry—your faith is strong enough.
• If you’re choosing obedience—even when it’s hard—your faith is strong enough.

Faith doesn’t have to roar. Sometimes it whispers. Sometimes it limps. Sometimes it simply holds on. But faith that holds on is still faith.

One of the most comforting prayers in the Bible comes from a desperate father who cried out to Jesus in Mark 9:24:

“. . . Lord, I believe; help my unbelief!”

(NKJV)

Jesus didn’t reject him for having mixed emotions. He honored the man’s honesty and responded with compassion.

If you feel like your faith is a mixture of belief and uncertainty today, you’re in good company. God isn’t looking for perfection—He’s looking for surrender.

A Closing Thought

Your faith doesn’t have to be flawless to be real. It doesn’t have to be loud to be heard. It doesn’t have to be strong to be accepted. It simply has to be offered.

And when you offer it—no matter how small, yet fragile—God receives it, strengthens it, and uses it.
Your faith is strong enough today because God is strong enough today.

Father, today I bring You the faith I have—whether it feels strong or small. Strengthen my trust in You and steady my heart when doubts rise. Help me remember that You are faithful even when I feel uncertain. Teach me to lean on Your strength, not my own, and to walk with confidence knowing You are with me. Grow my faith day by day, and draw me closer to You in every moment. In Jesus’ name I pray, AMEN!