How does faith play a role in our salvation?

Faith is not a work or contribution to our salvation but rather the instrument through which we receive God’s grace. Hebrews 10:39 emphasizes that we are not of those who shrink back but of those who believe and are saved. This belief is rooted in trusting the accomplished work of Christ on our behalf. When one places their faith in Christ, they are assured of their justification and acceptance by God, as it is by grace through faith that we stand. Thus, faith is vital—it acknowledges our inability and points us to Christ, who fulfills every requirement for salvation.