To me, “Looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith” means fixing my focus on Christ as both the source and the completion of my spiritual journey. It reminds me that faith did not begin with my effort, strength, or understandingit began with Him. Jesus authored my faith by calling me, revealing truth, and giving me grace to believe.
At the same time, He is the finisher, which means my faith is not sustained or perfected by my own consistency alone, but by His faithfulness. When doubts arise, when strength fades, or when the path feels unclear, this statement calls me to shift my eyes away from fear, people, and circumstances, and place them back on Christ. It is an invitation to trust that the One who started the work in me will also complete it, in His time and in His way.
Ultimately, it means living with confidence and hope knowing my faith is held, guided, and brought to fulfillment by Jesus Himself.
Thank you dear
This statement is very dip and I can relate
Indeed, waiting for you opinion on it
To me, it means choosing to focus on Jesus as both the starting point and the steady guide of one’s faith, rather than on fear, people, or circumstances. It’s about trusting that the same source that gave you belief will also help you carry it through, especially when life feels uncertain or overwhelming.
Chika, you response is inspiring
To me, the statement ” looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith ” means that we should put our hope in Jesus, have faith in him, emulate the life and principles he lay down for us while living his life as a man.
Chinyere , continue to wax strong in faith
Thank you so much.
It means making Jesus your priority, an example you follow, your model. Putting your trust totally in him to bring you to the end of your faith. Walking/ following his path.
Bukky ,I love your response
Making him your no one priority and even after you are done
Segun,that encouraging
It means to me to give all things to Jesus and totally surrender to Him. For His ways are not our ways! He knows what’s best for us!!🥰🥰
It means more than a lot to me because without jesus by new I would have been long gone he’s the purpose of my existence
It means acknowledging his existence, believing and trusting him even when it seems difficult, total dependence on him. Submitting your weakness inorder to experience His strength
What a word,thanks Eze
Ammah, thanks, your response is so inspiring, continue your faith in God