17.Of what condition must we as Christians beware?

Of having an evil heart of unbelief that causes us to turn away from the Lord.

When we are not pressing into the rest of God we are falling away from God. The pressures of today from our flesh, from the world, and from Satan are so great we cannot remain stationary in the dock. Either we will turn and sail out on the ocean of God’s will and power or we will become covered with rust and barnacles and finally be a worthless hulk.

The requirement for success in Christian discipleship is faith in God; not personal ability but faith in God. A heart that does not have faith in God is an evil heart. Faith, as defined in the Book of Hebrews, is a living, strong grasp on the Word and Life of Christ so we are able to perform God’s will, entering our inheritance.

Two important parts of true faith are obedience and courage. God will give us a spirit of obedience and courage if we ask Him.