Imitating Rahab's Faith

Hyun-soon Kim, Australia

“By faith the prostitute Rahab, because she welcomed the spies, was not killed with those who were disobedient.” – Hebrews 11:31

devotional

There are so many heroes of the faith, however Rahab has always been an inspiring biblical figure for me. Rahab was a prostitute and a Gentile. As you know, prostitution was a lowly job which was frowned upon and not well regarded. However she believed in the miracles and promises God made for the Israelites so she decided to help hide the scouting soldiers. So God saved Rahab's family, out of the many families in Jericho. Later Rahab got married to Salmon and gave birth to Boaz, who all Christans respect, and became great grandmother to King David and became a part of the family tree of Jesus.

Firstly I'm very touched by Rahab's godly parenting to Boaz, which is reflected through his qualities. I have always been challenged by Rahab. Secondly only Rahab believed in God's word out of all the people in Jericho. This brought her glory from God by becoming the root to Jesus Christ. This reminded me that even in this world, only those who actually believe in and follow God's word will be recognised by God as righteous. Lastly I thought about the perspective of God, watching us. Rahab, who was a prostitute, did not have anything to brag about nor anything that would have improved her life drastically. However her faith changed her life. Believing in God will change lives and even status. Through God’s kindness, we are also given the glory of being accepted as God's children. It doesn't matter what job or history you have, if you repent and hold on to faith, God will accept us as his child. This is the miracle and grace of God.

To respond to his love, we should love him today, tomorrow and I want to become a person with firm and strong faith.

reflection questions

• Rahab was known for her faith in God. Am I known for my faith? If not, what am I known for?

• What is something faithful I can do for / with God today?