Hello ,
In his book on doubt, Dr. Guinness starts off by describing an experience in a Pyrenean village. A farmer had tied an enormous load of wood onto the back of a donkey. However hard the farmer whipped the animal, it could only stumble along, getting progressively slower and slower, until it sank down in exhaustion
under the burden. Still the farmer whipped the poor animal.
The writer saw this as a parable of how some Christians treat their faith - they say, "Believe this", "Stop doubting", "Act in faith" and continue to try an whip their faltering faith into action until, finally, it collapses an can go no further.
The bible is clear on how we can increase our faith, and it's not accomplished with getting down on ourselves. Romans 10:17 gives the clear answer to increasing one's faith. It's simple, it's workable, and it's true! Go ahead, get out your Bible and give it a read.
Have a great day and God bless!
