Empowered Living
- fccreative
- Jul 23
- 9 min read
Creating Your World Through Faith
To know God is to love and honor Him, and to walk in the fullness of His presence is the greatest privilege we have as His children. We are not called to live as mere survivors, but as those who create our world and walk in it, just as our Father does. Made in His image and likeness, we are creators, empowered to shape our lives by faith, not by the limitations of the world or the opinions of others. The ripple effect of a believer who walks, talks, and demonstrates faith is a living witness to the power of Christ. We must not rehearse the “can’ts” in life, but instead, flip the script and harden ourselves against doubt and limitation.
Faith is not wishful thinking or passive waiting; it is action. The Scriptures are not just for absorbing spiritual information, but for use—faith without works is dead. Christianity connects us to unlimited power, the very power of the Holy Spirit, so that we can do all things through Christ who strengthens us. We are called to recognize the strength within us, to imitate God as dear children, and to live from the inside out. Our DNA is divine—Jesus Himself said, “If you ask anything in my name, I will do it.” Why then do we limit God or ourselves?
We must have fixed thoughts on who God is and who we are. The Word must become a habit, our spiritual DNA, so that we are not swayed by the world’s ups and downs. God is not in control of this world’s chaos; He has given us authority to create and steward our world. The past does not determine our future, and the world’s systems do not dictate our provision. The blessing is ours, and we are called to walk in it, to be imitators of God, and to expect increase, favor, and the fulfillment of every promise.
Revelation knowledge is the key—death and life are in the power of the tongue. When we truly grasp this, we understand that we have authority even over the timing of our departure from this world. God desires us to live in the fullness of His blessing, to be debt-free, healthy, and fruitful, and to leave a legacy of faith for generations. Let us create our world by faith, walk in it boldly, and never settle for less than God’s best.
Key Takeaways
- Create Your World and Walk in It
God has given us the creative authority to shape our lives by faith, not by circumstance. We are made in His image, called to imitate Him, and empowered to determine what comes in and out of our world. When we take responsibility for our spiritual, physical, and financial environment, we walk in the blessing and authority God intended for His children.
- Faith Is Action, Not Just Belief
Faith is not passive or theoretical; it is demonstrated by action. The Scriptures are not merely for information but for transformation—faith without works is dead. When we move on God’s Word, we activate the unlimited power of the Holy Spirit, and our lives become a testimony to what God can do through a believing heart.
- Unlimited Power Flows from Divine Identity
Christianity is not about limitation but about connecting with the unlimited power of God. Our spiritual DNA is rooted in Christ’s promise: “If you ask anything in my name, I will do it.” Recognizing and living from this identity allows us to break free from generational, cultural, and worldly constraints, and to expect the miraculous as our norm.
- Revelation Knowledge Transcends Natural Understanding
True spiritual authority comes from revelation knowledge, not intellectual reasoning. When we understand that death and life are in the power of the tongue, we realize the profound authority God has entrusted to us—even over the timing of our own lives. This level of revelation moves us from surviving to reigning, from asking to declaring, and from waiting to receiving.
- Honor the Blessing and Walk in Increase
God’s desire is to bless His children abundantly, not just for our own sake but to be a blessing to others. The anointing of increase is available to all who believe and act on God’s Word. When we honor God with our faith, generosity, and stewardship, we position ourselves for supernatural favor, provision, and legacy that impacts generations.
Study Guide
Small Group Bible Study Guide: Create Your World and Walk in It
### Bible Reading
Philippians 4:10-13 (ESV)
> I rejoiced in the Lord greatly that now at length you have revived your concern for me. You were indeed concerned for me, but you had no opportunity. Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. I can do all things through him who strengthens me.
John 14:12-14 (ESV)
> “Truly, truly, I say to you, whoever believes in me will also do the works that I do; and greater works than these will he do, because I am going to the Father. Whatever you ask in my name, this I will do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son. If you ask me anything in my name, I will do it.”
Proverbs 18:21 (ESV)
> Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits.
Observation Questions
In Philippians 4:11-13, what does Paul say he has learned about contentment, and how does he describe his ability to face different circumstances?
According to John 14:12-14, what kind of authority and promise does Jesus give to those who believe in Him?
The sermon says, “Death and life are in the power of the tongue.” What does this mean, and how does the speaker connect this to our authority as believers?
The sermon emphasizes that “faith is action, not just belief.” What examples does the speaker give to show what active faith looks like?
Interpretation Questions
The speaker says, “We are not called to live as mere survivors, but as those who create our world and walk in it, just as our Father does.” What does it mean to “create your world” as a believer, and how is this different from just reacting to life’s circumstances?
How does understanding our “divine DNA” and identity in Christ change the way we pray and expect God to move in our lives?
The sermon teaches that “faith without works is dead” and that the Scriptures are “for use.” How does this challenge the way we typically approach reading the Bible or hearing sermons?
The idea that “death and life are in the power of the tongue” is presented as revelation knowledge, not just information. How might this deeper understanding affect the way we speak about our lives, our future, and our challenges?
Application Questions
The speaker says, “Don’t rehearse the can’ts in life. Flip the script and harden yourself against doubt and limitation.” What are some “can’ts” you’ve been rehearsing in your own life? What would it look like to flip the script this week?
“Faith is not wishful thinking or passive waiting; it is action.” Is there an area in your life where you’ve been waiting passively instead of taking a step of faith? What is one action you could take this week to move forward in faith?
The sermon says, “God has given us the creative authority to shape our lives by faith, not by circumstance.” What is one area—spiritual, physical, or financial—where you need to take more responsibility and exercise your God-given authority?
The speaker challenges us to “have fixed thoughts on who God is and who we are.” What habits or routines could you start (or strengthen) to keep your mind fixed on God’s truth about your identity?
“Death and life are in the power of the tongue.” Think about the words you speak over yourself, your family, or your future. Are there any negative or limiting words you need to stop saying? What positive, faith-filled words could you start declaring instead?
The sermon encourages us to “expect increase, favor, and the fulfillment of every promise.” Is there a promise from God’s Word that you have struggled to believe for yourself? How can you begin to expect and prepare for its fulfillment?
The speaker says, “Let us create our world by faith, walk in it boldly, and never settle for less than God’s best.” What is one practical step you can take this week to walk more boldly in faith and not settle for less than what God has promised?
Closing Prayer Suggestion:
Invite the group to pray for boldness to act on God’s Word, for revelation knowledge, and for the courage to speak life and blessing over themselves and others. Ask God to help each person create and walk in the world He has called them to by faith.
Devotional
Day 1: You Can Do All Things Through Christ
The believer is empowered to face every circumstance—whether abundance or lack—by relying on the strength that comes from Christ, not from their own ability. This truth is not just a positive affirmation but a spiritual reality that should shape how you approach every challenge, opportunity, and season of life. When others say you can't, remember that God says you can, and His Word is the final authority. Refuse to rehearse the "can'ts" in your life and instead stand on the promise that Christ's strength is sufficient for every need.
Philippians 4:10-13 (ESV)
I rejoiced in the Lord greatly that now at length you have revived your concern for me. You were indeed concerned for me, but you had no opportunity. Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. I can do all things through him who strengthens me.
Reflection: What is one area of your life where you’ve been saying “I can’t”—and how can you begin to declare and act on “I can do all things through Christ” in that area today?
Day 2: Faith Is Action—Don’t Just Absorb, Use the Word
Scripture is not meant to be passively absorbed as information but actively used as the foundation for faith-filled action. Faith without works is dead, and God calls you to move beyond trying and into doing—standing on His promises, taking steps, and expecting manifestation. Christianity connects you to unlimited power, and you are called to imitate God as His child, creating your world from the inside out by acting on His Word.
James 2:17 (ESV)
So also faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead.
Reflection: What is one promise from God’s Word you’ve been learning about but not acting on—how can you put it into action this week?
Day 3: You Have Access to Unlimited Power
God has given His children access to unlimited power through the Holy Spirit, enabling them to be witnesses and to accomplish things beyond natural ability. This power is not just for a select few but for every believer, and it is meant to be received, believed, and walked in daily. When you recognize that Christ is in you, not just around you, you begin to live with a confidence that nothing is impossible, and you stop letting the world or the enemy define your limits.
Acts 1:8 (ESV)
But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.
Reflection: Where in your life do you need to stop limiting God’s power and start believing for the “impossible” through the Holy Spirit?
Day 4: Your Words Carry the Power of Life and Death
Revelation knowledge of the power of your words is essential—death and life are in the power of the tongue, and what you speak shapes your reality and your future. God has given you the authority to choose life, blessing, and abundance, and to call things that are not as though they were. When you truly grasp this, you understand that you can speak life over your health, your family, your finances, and your destiny, and God will honor the faith-filled words you declare.
Proverbs 18:21 (ESV)
Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits.
Reflection: What is one area where you’ve been speaking negatively or doubtfully—how can you intentionally begin to speak life and God’s promises over it today?
Day 5: Know Who You Are—Fix Your Thoughts on Your Identity in Christ
Having fixed thoughts on who God is and who you are in Him is crucial; your spiritual DNA is to be an imitator of God, walking in His blessing, authority, and favor. The world may try to define you by your past, your circumstances, or your failures, but God calls you to create your world and walk in it, knowing you are made in His image and likeness. When you make the Word a habit and let it shape your identity, you live free from shame, lack, and limitation, and you become a channel for God’s vision and blessing to flow through.
Ephesians 5:1 (ESV)
Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children.
Reflection: What is one truth about your identity in Christ that you need to meditate on and make a habit of believing and declaring this week?
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