Living by faith means trusting in Christ alone for salvation and continually relying on His grace in every aspect of life.
The phrase 'the just shall live by faith' found in Romans 1:17 encapsulates the essence of the Christian life. To live by faith is to place complete trust in Jesus Christ for our salvation and righteousness. This concept suggests an ongoing, active reliance on Christ daily, not merely a one-time act of belief. Galatians 2:20 reinforces this idea as Paul writes, 'I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me.' This indicates that our lives, guided by faith, are transformed by Christ's presence in us. Living by faith means we acknowledge our need for grace in every circumstance, trusting that God will provide strength and sustenance through our relationship with Him.
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