We note a dramatic change in the disciples’ faith from Luke 8 to Acts 1.

Characteristics of abiding faith

• It is often not seen until trials come
• It seeks to follow, not train, God
• It depends on God
• It casts God as the main character and the believer in the minor role

Steps to achieve abiding faith

• Intense Prayer – Noticeable prayer
• Wait on the Lord – Sometimes this is part of God’s plan
• Apply the Word of God to all situations
• Have Big Prayer – Expect Big things from God