By faith Noah, when warned about things not yet seen, in holy fear built an ark to save his family. By his faith he condemned the world and became heir of the righteousness that comes by faith. –Hebrews 11:7

By Faith

It was completely unexpected. Never in a million years could he have dreamed that God would show up that day and tell him to start building a big boat because a flood was coming. It had never even rained before! But Noah believed God, and by faith, he began to build an ark. His neighbors and family mocked him day after day after day. But then one day, the animals came, they boarded the boat, and it started to rain. And Noah and his family were saved.

According to Hebrews 11, when God told Noah to build, he obeyed by faith. Earlier in that same chapter of Hebrews, the Bible defines faith as “the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things unseen.” Noah placed his hope in God and faithfully believed His promise, and God saved him and his family. 

Ordinary Becomes Extraordinary

Noah was just an ordinary man, but because of his faith, God called him to do something extraordinary. 

As believers, we serve that same God, and He is calling each of us to step out in faith and follow Him wherever He leads. Stop for a moment and consider this: Is God calling you to go and do something that doesn’t make much sense? He may be calling you to serve Him by ministering to people in a different country. He may be calling you to give up your comfortable salary and go to a different job. He may be calling you to do something for Him that everyone else thinks is crazy but you know is right. If so, step out by faith and trust Him to help you accomplish what He is calling you to do!

What does this mean for me?

Has God been stirring something in your heart that doesn’t seem to make sense? Maybe it’s an idea that feels too bold or a nudge you’ve been pushing aside because it feels impossible. Sometimes, the things God calls us to do can seem overwhelming—whether it’s fear of what others might think or doubts about whether we’re capable. Take a moment and bring those thoughts before Him. Ask the Holy Spirit, “What are You speaking to me?” Listen closely, and trust that His plans are always good. Faith often requires obedience, even when the path feels uncertain—but God is always faithful to lead and provide.

This article is part of the Let’s Go devotional, which is focused on fulfilling Jesus’ Great Commission. Follow along with the devotional here.