The Importance of Faith

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The Importance of Faith Lesson

Faith is defined as belief with strong conviction; firm belief in something for which there may be no tangible proof; complete trust, confidence, reliance, or devotion.  Faith is the opposite of doubt. 

How Does the Bible Define Faith? 

Faith is the single-most essential element in the Christian life.
Let’s look at passages in the Bible that speak of faith:
Hebrews 11:6 states, “And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him.” (NIV)
Faith, then, is key to pleasing God.  We need faith first to come to God—to believe he exists and to trust him for our salvation.  Then, our continued faith—the kind that causes us to seek him daily—offers the promise of a dynamic, rewarding walk with God. 

Faith and the Christian Life  

The bible gives this description of faith in Hebrews 11:1 “Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.” (NIV) 

Hebrews chapter 11 is often called the “Faith Hall of Fame.” In this notable passage, the writer of Hebrews introduces an impressive list of heroic characters from the Old Testament.  These men and women and their stories stand out to encourage and challenge our faith. Some of the heroes are well-known Bible personalities, while others remain anonymous. Like the twelve disciples, they were ordinary people, just like you and me.  They became heroes of faith by overcoming their doubts and putting their trust in God. 

God Is the Source of Faith 

However, we can’t take credit for our faith.  Scripture explains that the source of faith is God: “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith–and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God–not by works, so that no one can boast.” (Ephesians 2:8-9)

Mustard Seed Faith 

When the disciples were unable to heal a man with a demon, they asked Jesus. “Why couldn’t we drive it out?’ He replied, ‘Because you have so little faith.  Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you” (Matthew 17:19-29)

Lesson Assignments 

Our bible study lessons are simple with the purpose of helping fellow believers in receiving a better understanding about the bible.  They can be done by one individual, or they can be done by a group.  Your assignment will be to: 

1. Read three or more bible verses on Faith.
2. Review one or more of the video messages on Faith
3. Review one or more bible study lessons.
4. Review one or more sermons on Faith.
5. Read one or more Web sources on Faith.
6. Send us an email letting us know what you thought of this lesson at iamfcpresident@Iamforchrist.org

Once you finish with this lesson proceed to the next lesson “The Ministry of the Holy Spirit. 

Assignment: Review one or more of the video messages on Faith:

Below are three excellent videos about faith.  We included these just for your enjoyment and for your preparation before you get too deep into your studies. We ask that you review one or more of the below lesson videos, one or more of the sermons or bible studies and one of the website links on faith to get you started on the journey of faith.  

3 and 4. Review one or more bible study lessons.