How does faith in Jesus differ from general belief?

Faith in Jesus transcends mere acknowledgment of facts about Him. While general belief might accept that Jesus existed or performed miracles, true faith requires a personal reliance on Jesus as the Christ, the Son of God. It involves a conviction that He is the only means to salvation and entails trusting Him for all aspects of life, as seen in 2 Timothy 1:12. This faith is not static but continuously active, focusing on the presence and work of Christ in the believer’s life, grounded in the assurance of His promises.