Equation of Mass-Energy (E = mc²) vs. The Mass and Energy of Faith

 

Equation of Mass-Energy (E = mc²) vs. The Mass and Energy of Faith

Hebrews 11:1: “Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.”
Hebrews 12:2: “Looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith.”

1 John 5:4: “This is the victory that has overcome the world—our faith.” 

Item	Mass-Energy Equation (E=mc²)	Mass and Energy of Faith  (Biblical View)
Meaning	Mass can be transformed into energy; mass and energy are equivalent, a foundational formula of physics.	Faith is a spiritual “substantializing” ability that makes unseen things real; the quality and quantity of faith determine the release of spiritual energy (Heb. 11:1).
Characteristic	Source of nuclear energy, solar energy, revealing the immense energy hidden in matter.	Faith is the “sixth sense,” just as eyes see and ears hear; faith sees spiritual reality and brings life and power (2 Cor. 4:13).
Distinction	Physical, measurable, related to the natural universe, functioning in time and space.	Spiritual mass-energy, beyond time and space; functions in unseen eternal reality (2 Cor. 4:18; Rom. 8:24–25).
Explanation	Even a small amount of mass (m) can be transformed into immense energy (E).	The quality of faith is the same for all, but the measure depends on how much we contact God; as faith grows, great spiritual power is released (Rom. 12:3).
Example	Nuclear reactions: a small amount of matter produces vast energy; the sun radiates light and heat.	Abraham believed and received the promise (Heb. 11:11–12); Moses endured as seeing the invisible One (Heb. 11:27).
Application	Drives science, technology, and energy development; can also become destructive (atomic bomb).	Christians live by unseen realities; faith enables us to run the heavenly race, overcome the world and the enemy, and even witness through martyrdom (1 John 5:4; Acts 20:24).
Related Scriptures	- Hebrews 11:1: “Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.” - 2 Corinthians 4:13: “I believed, and so I spoke.” - 2 Corinthians 4:18: “We look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen.” - Romans 12:3: “God has allotted to each a measure of faith.” - Hebrews 12:2: “Looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith.” - 1 John 5:4: “This is the victory that has overcome the world—our faith.” - Romans 1:12: “That we may be mutually encouraged by each other’s faith.”

 

Key Points:

• E=mc² shows energy transformation in the physical realm.
• Faith’s “mass-energy” shows transformation in the spiritual realm: faith makes the unseen become reality.
• The quality of faith is the same, but the measure differs depending on our contact with God.
• Faith releases spiritual energy that brings victory, divine supply, and even empowers martyrdom for God’s economy.

Conclusion:

The mass-energy equation reveals the hidden energy in matter, while the faith equation reveals the hidden power of God within believers. Faith transforms invisible realities into experience, supplying us to run the heavenly race, overcome the world, and fulfill God’s eternal purpose.

 

*Please refer to June 2025 Summer Training, General Theme: Experiencing, Enjoying, and Manifesting Christ (Part 3), Chapter 8: Looking Away and to Jesus, the Author and Finisher of Our Faith