Why is faith in Christ necessary for eternal life?
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Faith in Christ is necessary as it is the means through which we receive salvation and eternal life, highlighted in John 3:15.
John 3:15 states that 'whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have eternal life.' This underscores the centrality of faith as the critical response to God's sovereign call to salvation. Faith itself is a gift from God, illustrating that even our ability to believe is not of our own doing but is enabled by the Holy Spirit. In Reformed theology, faith is not merely intellectual assent but involves trust in Christ alone for redemption. It's through faith that believers are united with Christ and receive His righteousness, effectively granting them eternal life. Thus, it is not works or merit that save, but faith in the finished work of Christ on behalf of sinners.
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