True faith is a gift from God, given through the hearing of the Word and trusting in Christ's completed work (Romans 10:17).
Attaining true faith begins with God's grace and the work of the Holy Spirit in one's heart. Romans 10:17 states, 'Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.' This indicates that exposure to the truth of Scripture is essential for faith to arise. Moreover, true faith is more than mere intellectual assent; it is a deep, personal trust in the person and work of Jesus Christ for salvation. Believers must look to Christ, resting all their hope on His finished work at the cross. The assurance of salvation is found in the ongoing relationship with Him, characterized by continual dependence on His grace. The work of God through His Word ensures that those whom He has called will not reject His call but will believe and receive eternal life.
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