Faith is what carries the soul toward following God's commandments. Love can quicken our steps, but it's faith that moves us forward. Faith oils the wheels of devotion and piety. Without it, we struggle like a chariot without wheels. With faith, we can do everything; without it, we're powerless in serving God.

Those who serve God best are those with the strongest faith. While little faith can save a person, it can't accomplish great deeds for God. Little faith wouldn't have fought Apollyon; that called for Christian's strength. Little faith wouldn't have overcome Giant Despair; it needed Great-heart's might.

Little faith will reach heaven, yet it often clings tightly to its few jewels. It hesitates, saying, "The road is rough and dangerous; I'm afraid." But great faith holds onto the promise, "Your shoes shall be iron and brass; as your days, so shall your strength be," and pushes ahead. Little-faith weeps beside the flood, while Great-faith sings, "When you pass through the waters, I'll be with you; and through the rivers, they will not overflow you," and crosses with confidence. Do you want to be joyful and at peace?

Do you wish to find joy in your faith, not gloom? Then "have faith in God." If you're content with darkness and misery, settle for little faith. But if you desire sunshine and songs of joy, seek earnestly the gift of great faith.