Faith is authored and sustained by God, as seen in Ephesians 2:8-9; it's a gift, not a human achievement.
The doctrine of faith in the life of a believer is deeply rooted in the understanding that it is both given and sustained by God. Ephesians 2:8-9 clearly states, 'For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God.' This indicates that the very act of believing is initiated by God’s sovereign grace, removing any possibility of boasting by human effort. Scripture presents faith as the work of the Holy Spirit in the heart of a believer, leading them to trust in Christ alone for salvation. This notion is consistent throughout, as seen in Philippians 1:6, where Paul reassures us that He who began a good work in us will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ, affirming that faith is not only initiated by God but will also be completed by Him.
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