Thrive Perspectives: What is faith?

Faith is a profound trust and confidence in God and His promises. It is the assurance of things hoped for and the conviction of things not seen, as described in Hebrews 11:1. Faith involves believing in and trusting God's character, His word, and His plan for humanity, even when circumstances are challenging or the future is uncertain. Faith is not merely intellectual assent but is demonstrated through action and obedience to God's commands. Faith is not believing FOR SOMETHING but believing IN SOMEONE – God. We see faith exemplified by the lives of biblical figures such as Abraham, who trusted God's promise of a son despite his old age, and Moses, who led the Israelites out of Egypt by faith. And yet for these and many other ‘heroes’ of the faith, they did not see all that God had promised in their lifetime – yet they still trusted God and in His goodness. Faith is foundational to the Christian life. It guides and empowers us to live in accordance with God's will and to trust in His provision and salvation through Jesus Christ.