Romans 10:17

What Does Romans 10:17 Mean?

Paul is saying that faith isn’t something we work up on our own – it grows when we hear God’s Word! Reading the Bible, listening to it being taught, hearing stories about what God has done – all of these plant seeds of faith in our hearts. The more time we spend with “the word of Christ” – the teachings and story of Jesus – the more our trust in God naturally grows.

Hero Challenge

Challenge yourself to “hear” God’s Word in a new way this week – listen to a Bible story podcast, have someone read a chapter aloud to you, or read your Bible passage out loud instead of silently. Notice how hearing it differently helps it stick in a new way. Faith is growing every time you do this!

Did You Know?

In the ancient world, most people couldn’t read – so faith really did come from HEARING the Scriptures read aloud! When Paul wrote his letters, someone would read them out loud to the whole church gathering. The Bible was meant to be heard together, not just read alone. This is part of why gathering together and sharing God’s Word with one another is so powerful.

Ages 4-6: Little Hero Question

What is your favorite Bible story that someone has told you? How did hearing that story make you feel about God?

Ages 7-9: Growing Hero Question

Paul says faith comes from hearing the Word of Christ. What are some ways you can “hear” God’s Word this week?

Ages 10-13: Champion Question

If faith grows through hearing God’s Word, what habits could you build into your daily or weekly life to make sure you are consistently feeding your faith?