What does it mean to have saving faith?

Saving faith refers to the genuine belief in the gospel and reliance upon Jesus Christ for salvation. It acknowledges Christ's work in His life and death as the only basis for justification. The sermon draws on the prophetic words of Isaiah 53, which articulate the nature of the Messiah, emphasizing that He must bear the sins of many and that those who believe in Him will be justified. This faith is not merely intellectual assent but a deep, personal trust in Christ’s redemptive work, resulting in a transformed life.