We often think of the verb “to stand” as a passive verb, meaning action is not taking place. But many times, standing can be an action. For instance, if we face opposition, standing is the action of holding our ground and defending our cause. Standing is also an action when we are guarding what is true and dear to us. As a action verb, to stand means to firmly fix and adhere firmly to something.
I Thessalonians 3:8 says, “For now we live, if you are standing fast in the Lord.” The fulness of life is received only by standing fast in the Lord. We can do that by having our faith rooted deeply in Jesus, and by having our faith constantly adhered firmly to Him.
Reluctant Retiree 