We are constantly bombarded with others wanting us to "understand" one thing or another, but that sort of begs the question, doesn't it? We are still left with the fundamental question, "what does it mean to understand something?" Teachers almost universally seek to have their students learn and understand the subject matter they are teaching.

As we study the scriptures, meditate on the Word, and pray, we begin to “understand” what our faith is all about.  But, what does it mean to understand faith?  If someone says he or she understands what faith is, then he or she should be able to explain it to others.  Faith, simply stated, is believing in God.

Jesus was a great teacher and spent much of his ministry trying to teach the disciples and others the great message about faith and salvation.  Do you really understand it?  Ask yourself this question: what does it mean to have faith in Jesus Christ?   Can you explain it to someone else?