Day 76 - Returning to the Foundation of Faith

“For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life.” — John 3:16

I have recently been journeying through the CF Resource All for Jesus, Jesus for All, beginning with the first session, The Divine Community. This time has invited me not only to learn, but to pause and reflect more deeply on the very foundation of my faith — who Jesus is, and what I truly believe.

At the heart of the Christian story is both a problem and a promise. Humanity is separated from God because of sin. From the story of Adam and Eve, we see how that first disobedience created a broken relationship between Creator and creation. Yet God’s response was not to turn away, but to reach out in love, as we are reminded in John 3:16.

Jesus came not only to teach, but to save. Through His life, death, and resurrection, He fulfilled God’s plan of redemption. And He did not leave us alone — He gave us the Holy Spirit to guide us, intercede for us, and remain with us each day.

As I reflect on John’s Gospel, I am drawn again to the “I AM” sayings of Jesus. Each one reveals not only His identity, but also His invitation to us:

I am the Bread of Life. (John 6:35)

I am the Good Shepherd. (John 10:11, 14)

I am the Door. (John 10:7, 9)

I am the True Vine. (John 15:1-8)

I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life. (John 14:6)

I am the Light of the World. (John 8:12 and John 12:44-50)

I am the Resurrection and the Life. (John 11:25)

Moreover, He proclaimed His identity as the Messiah in John 4:25-26. Jesus speaks these words because belief does not always come easily. At times, doubt or distraction can quietly weaken faith. Yet in His grace, Jesus continues to reveal Himself — patiently inviting us to trust Him more deeply.

At this point, I am reminded of the words of C. S. Lewis:

“I believe in Christianity as I believe that the sun has risen: not only because I see it, but because by it I see everything else.” (C. S. Lewis, “Is Theology Poetry?” in The Weight of Glory and Other Addresses (New York: HarperOne, 1949).

Faith is not only about what we understand — it shapes how we see everything. This reflection brings me back to a simple but searching question: Where is my faith standing today?

Jesus says, “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied” (Matthew 5:6). Am I truly hungry for God, or have I become comfortable? In moments of uncertainty or struggle, do I draw closer to Him, or do I hold back?

The foundation of the Christian faith returns to three truths: sin, redemption, and salvation. These are not merely theological ideas, but living realities that shape how we walk with God each day.

To love God is to follow Jesus, to receive His grace, and to live a life surrendered to Him. It is to recognise that our lives are temples of His presence. To love our neighbour is to forgive, to show compassion, and to reflect God’s love in both word and action.

This reflection also invites an honest response: Do I recognise God’s work of redemption in my own life? Am I willing to share that testimony with others?

Jesus offers us something deeply personal when He says, “I no longer call you servants, but friends” (John 15:15). This is an invitation into a relationship, not distance.

And so we pause and ask: How close do we feel to Him today?

In the busyness of life, it is easy to move forward without reflection. Yet faith calls us, again and again, to return — back to the foundation, back to the truth of who Jesus is, and back to a living relationship with Him.

In that stillness, there is a gentle invitation: to trust again, to draw near again, and to walk daily in His grace.

Prayer

Lord Jesus, Thank You for revealing who You are—the Bread of Life, the Good Shepherd, and the Way, the Truth, and the Life.

Forgive us for the times we doubt or drift away. Draw us back to the foundation of our faith.

Give us a deeper hunger for righteousness, and teach us to love You with all our hearts and to love others with compassion and grace.

Holy Spirit, guide us each day, strengthen our faith, and help our lives to reflect Your redeeming love. Amen.

This reflection draws from my personal devotion using All for Jesus, Jesus for All resources. A heartfelt thank you to all the authors and contributors. For more information about the resources, please visit here.

Thandar Tun