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How are faith and evidence related in the life of a believer?

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In believers, faith is both a gift from God and evidence of their spiritual life, as stated in Hebrews 11:1.

Faith serves a dual role in the life of a believer; it is both an inward gift from God and the external evidence reflecting one's spiritual condition. Hebrews 11:1 defines faith as 'the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.' This indicates that true faith not only results in a reliance on Christ's righteousness for salvation but also manifests outwardly as a confident assurance in God's promises. Thus, a believer's faith does not originate from their own strength or understanding but evidences the transformative work of the Holy Spirit who draws them to Christ, affirming their justification.
Scripture References: Hebrews 11:1, Romans 10:14

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