How All Things Become Possible to Him That Believes

Key Text: Jesus said unto him, If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth. Mark 9:23

When Jesus said all things are possible to him that believes, He was not saying believers suddenly become powerful on their own. He was revealing how faith connects human limitation to divine ability. On our own, we are limited. But faith is like opening a door that allows God’s power to operate freely in our lives. The possibility is not coming from the believer’s strength. It is coming from God’s power working through a heart that trusts Him.

Many people misunderstand this verse and think belief is just positive thinking. They assume that if they repeat something enough times, it will happen. Biblical faith is different. Faith is trusting what God has said and relying on His nature. It is not forcing outcomes. It is cooperating with God. When a believer truly trusts God, fear loses control, doubt stops dictating decisions, and obedience becomes easier. Faith positions a person where God’s ability can be expressed without resistance.

This is why unbelief is so dangerous. It is not just a negative attitude. It is resistance to what God wants to do. Faith, on the other hand, is agreement with heaven. When you believe, you stop arguing with God about what is possible. You start walking in step with Him. That is when doors open, wisdom flows, strength comes, and situations begin to change. All things become possible not because the believer is extraordinary, but because faith allows God to be fully trusted and expressed.

Prayer and Confession
Father, I choose to believe Your Word and align my heart with You. I understand that my faith is not in my ability but in Your limitless power. I open my life to Your working and I refuse to resist through doubt or fear. Let Your ability be expressed in me and through me. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Reflection
In what area do I need to stop resisting and start agreeing with God?
How can I demonstrate practical trust in God today through my actions?

Further Reading: John 11:40, Hebrews 4:2, Proverbs 3:5 to 6, Philippians 2:13