Yes, faith is considered a work, but it is a work wrought by God, not by human effort.
While the Bible indeed states that faith is a work, it is crucial to understand that it is a 'work of God.' The distinction lies in the source of that faith. Ephesians 2:10 states, 'For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.' This indicates that any good work, including the work of faith, is initiated and empowered by God. Thus, while believers may exercise faith, it is ultimately God's Spirit that enables and creates that faith within us. Therefore, true faith cannot be manipulated or initiated by personal will, as it is solely a divine procedure.
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