Faith
Definition:
Faith is a trust-filled response to God’s revelation. It is not blind belief or emotional optimism—it is confidence based on who God is and what He has said. Biblical faith includes belief in the truth, trust in the person of Christ, and loyalty expressed through action. True faith leads to obedience, not just intellectual agreement.
Biblical Basis:
- Hebrews 11:1 — “Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.”
- Ephesians 2:8–9 — “For by grace you have been saved through faith…”
- James 2:17 — “So also faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead.”
Theological Significance:
Faith is the means by which we receive God’s grace, enter into salvation, and walk as disciples. It connects us to Christ and forms the foundation for every step of the Christian life. Faith is not opposed to reason—it works through it. It is not a feeling—it is a lived response to reality. Without faith, there is no transformation, no peace, and no purpose.
How We Use It in DiscipleLife:
In this journey, faith is not a vague belief system—it’s the trusting relationship between disciple and Lord. We follow because we trust. We obey because we believe. Faith is not the end of questioning; it’s the beginning of true understanding. Our expedition is walked by faith, but it is never divorced from truth.
Related Terms:
[Grace], [Truth], [Obedience], [Justification], [Discipleship], [Revelation]
