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Faith in Jesus requires believers to recognize their need for deliverance, call out to Him in faith, trust in His power, and follow Him wholeheartedly.

First, believers must acknowledge their weaknesses and need for Jesus’ help. As the sermon highlights with Bartimaeus, everyone has weaknesses—whether they are habits, fears, guilt, or physical limitations—and recognizing these needs is the first step toward faith ([20:53]).

Second, faith in Jesus involves calling out to Him with confidence, even when others try to discourage us. Bartimaeus shouted louder despite the crowd telling him to be quiet because he believed Jesus could help him ([24:43]). This demonstrates that faith requires persistence and trust that Jesus hears us and cares ([36:30]).

Third, trusting in Jesus means waiting patiently and trusting His timing. The sermon emphasizes that faith is demonstrated through trusting and waiting on Jesus, even when answers are delayed ([45:20]). Believers must rely on His grace and trust that He is working, even if He doesn't immediately fix every weakness ([33:21]).

Fourth, faith involves specific prayer and trusting that Jesus hears and responds. Bartimaeus was specific in asking for his sight, showing that genuine faith includes trusting Jesus enough to be specific about our needs ([48:25]). Jesus responds to this faith by healing and encouraging believers to follow Him ([52:57]).

Finally, faith in Jesus requires a commitment to follow Him. After being healed, Bartimaeus followed Jesus on the way, illustrating that true faith leads to a life of obedience and walking in His ways ([54:53]). Believers are called to continue trusting, following, and obeying Jesus throughout their lives.

In summary, faith in Jesus requires believers to recognize their weaknesses, call out to Him in faith, trust His timing, be specific in their prayers, and follow Him wholeheartedly ([20:53], [24:43], [36:30], [48:25], [54:53]).