Here is a powerful and practical Bible study on “Walking by Faith and Not by Sight”, based on 2 Corinthians 5:7, ideal for home groups or personal growth. It will help deepen trust in God beyond feelings, logic, or circumstances.
🚶♂️ Bible Study: Walking by Faith and Not by Sight
📖 Key Verse:
2 Corinthians 5:7 (NIV)
“For we live by faith, not by sight.”
This verse is short but deeply rich. It teaches us how to follow God not based on what we can see or understand, but on trust in His promises, presence, and purpose.
🔍 1. What Does It Mean to Walk by Faith?
- To walk in Scripture means to live daily, step by step.
- To walk by faith means:
- Trusting God even when you can’t see the outcome.
- Believing His Word is true, even when your feelings or circumstances say otherwise.
- Following His leading, not your limited logic.
Hebrews 11:1 – “Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.”
🙈 2. Why Not Walk by Sight?
Sight is limited:
- We only see the present, not the full picture.
- Our emotions and experiences can mislead us.
- Walking by sight often leads to fear, doubt, or control-based living.
Proverbs 3:5–6 – “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding…”
✝️ 3. Biblical Examples of Walking by Faith
🔹 Abraham – Hebrews 11:8
Left his home “not knowing where he was going,” simply trusting God’s call.
🔹 Peter – Matthew 14:28–31
Walked on water by faith — until he looked at the waves and walked by sight.
🔹 Paul – Acts 20:22–24
Headed to Jerusalem knowing trials awaited, but confident in God’s calling.
🌿 4. How Do We Grow in Faith?
- Immerse in God’s Word – Romans 10:17
“Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ.” - Prayer and dependence – Bring your uncertainties to God.
- Recall God’s faithfulness – Remember what He’s done in the past.
- Obey step by step – Even if you don’t see the whole map, take the next right step.
✍️ Reflection Questions:
- Where in your life are you tempted to walk by sight instead of faith?
- What promise of God do you need to trust more deeply right now?
- How can you practice faith in small daily decisions?
🙏 Prayer:
“Lord, help me walk by faith and not by what I see or feel. When I’m uncertain, remind me of Your faithfulness. When I’m afraid, give me courage to trust You. Let my life be a journey of daily surrender to Your Word and ways. Amen.”
✨ Takeaway Truth:
Faith is not about seeing the path — it’s about trusting the Guide.