Did You Know? 5 Truths to Grow Your Faith
Ever read something in the Bible and thought, “Wait, what?!” That’s the beauty of God’s Word—it’s deep, rich, and often full of unexpected gems. In our Did You Know? series, we’ll highlight surprising truths to grow your faith – including fun facts, and reflections. Let’s dive in!
1. Only Two Dream Interpreters?
Did you know that only two Israelites in the entire Bible are known for interpreting dreams? Joseph and Daniel were both given the gift—and both found themselves interpreting dreams for pagan kings. Even in foreign lands and under difficult circumstances, they used their God-given wisdom to glorify Him.
2. Gold Tumors and Rats?
Yes, this is in your Bible! In 1 Samuel 5, the Philistines captured the Ark of the Covenant and were quickly struck with disease. Hoping to appease God, they sent it back to Israel with a guilt offering—five golden rats and five golden tumors. Strange? Definitely. But it reminds us that even enemies recognized God’s power.
3. How Young Was David?
When David stepped onto the battlefield to face Goliath, he was only about 15 years old. Still, his faith was unwavering. He had already seen God protect him from lions and bears, and he believed He would do it again. David didn’t need to be older—he just needed to trust God fully.
4. The Bible Mentions 650 Prayers
Prayer is central to the Christian life, and Scripture reflects that. There are 650 distinct prayers in the Bible, and while the word “prayer” appears 129 times, words like ask, seek, plead, and bless show up hundreds more. God is listening—and always inviting us to speak with Him.
5. Jesus Fulfilled 300+ Prophecies
The math is staggering: the odds of one person fulfilling just eight Messianic prophecies are 1 in 100 quadrillion. Jesus fulfilled over 300. That’s not a coincidence—that’s divine fulfillment. His life proves the Bible’s accuracy and God’s perfect plan from beginning to end.
Which One Surprised You Most?
Which of these Did You Know? facts encouraged or amazed you the most? Share your favorite one of these truths to grow your faith with a friend using the social share buttons below—or click through to Pinterest and save it to your favorite faith or Bible study board. Let’s spread truth, spark conversations, and grow in God’s Word together!
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