Why is Christ the object of our faith important for Christians?

Jesus Christ is the cornerstone of our faith, and it is through Him that we receive righteousness and salvation. The faith of Abraham illustrates this beautifully, as his righteousness was not based on his actions but on the promises of God fulfilled in Christ. Galatians 3:16 clarifies that the promises were made to Abraham's Seed, which is Christ. Thus, faith that does not rely on Jesus as its object is meaningless. For Christians, this reaffirms that all blessings and status as sons of God are found in Him, making our relationship with Christ central to our faith.