How does the Bible define true faith in Jesus Christ?

True faith in Jesus Christ is characterized by a personal belief and trust in His identity and work of salvation. As expressed by the disciples in John 6:68, they declare, 'To whom shall we go? Thou hast the words of eternal life.' This recognition of Christ as the sole source of life and salvation is fundamental to true faith. Furthermore, belief in Jesus includes acknowledging His authority to forgive sins and the necessity of His grace for redemption. As the sermon articulates, faith must be accompanied by a recognition of one’s own helplessness, leading to reliance on Christ alone.