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How do we know that genuine faith is a gift from God?

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Genuine faith is acknowledged as a gift from God in Ephesians 2:8, which indicates it is not a product of human will or effort.

The concept of genuine faith being a gift from God is explicitly stated in Ephesians 2:8, which explains that salvation and the associated faith come by grace through faith, and not of ourselves. This means that our ability to believe is not something we generate on our own; rather, it is a divine enablement given to those whom God has chosen. Additionally, passages like Titus 1:1 refer to 'the faith of God's elect,' underscoring that faith is particular to those who have been called by God. Therefore, genuine faith can only be sustained through God's grace and initiative, making it a true gift.
Scripture References: Ephesians 2:8, Titus 1:1

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