Godliness directly stems from faith, as faith in Christ leads to a devotion that reflects God's nature.
Godliness is intrinsically linked to faith in that it is the natural outflow of genuine belief in Christ. Faith, granted by God to the elect, involves an acknowledgment and embracing of truth, which is foundational to experiencing godliness. According to Titus 1:1, it is through God's electing love that believers are equipped with the faith that expresses itself in godliness. Furthermore, 2 Peter 1:3 emphasizes that God’s divine power provides everything necessary for life and godliness, illustrating that true godliness cannot exist apart from a saving faith that stems from God's grace. Thus, godliness can be seen as a reflection of the believer’s faith in the truth of the gospel.
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