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Keyword: Faith

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Original Word: πίστις (pistis)
Strong's Number: G4102 (Greek)
Definition: faith, belief, trust, confidence, fidelity
Hebrews 11:1
KJV: Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.
NKJV: Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.
NIV: Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.
Interpretation: Faith provides a foundation for hope. It gives believers certainty about promises they cannot yet see fulfilled. The verse defines faith as something real and substantial, not merely wishful thinking. Faith acts as evidence, proving the reality of unseen spiritual truths. Believers can stand confidently on what God has promised because faith makes those promises tangible in their hearts.
Tweet Text: Hebrews 11:1 Faith is the foundation for hope, giving certainty about promises we cannot yet see. It makes God's promises tangible in our hearts. #faith #believe #trust #hope #mywordofgod
Romans 10:17
KJV: So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
NKJV: So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
NIV: Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word about Christ.
Interpretation: Faith grows through exposure to God's Word. Hearing Scripture plants seeds of belief in the heart. The verse shows that faith is not self-generated but comes from an external source. God's Word carries the power to create and strengthen faith. Regular engagement with Scripture builds stronger trust in God.
Tweet Text: Romans 10:17 Faith grows through hearing God's Word. Scripture plants seeds of belief and strengthens our trust in God. #faith #believe #trust #mywordofgod
Hebrews 11:6
KJV: But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
NKJV: But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him.
NIV: And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him.
Interpretation: Faith serves as the essential requirement for a relationship with God. No one can please God without first believing He exists. The verse also reveals that God rewards those who seek Him. Faith involves both believing in God's existence and trusting His character as one who responds to sincere seekers.
Tweet Text: Hebrews 11:6 Faith is essential for pleasing God. We must believe He exists and rewards those who earnestly seek Him. #faith #believe #trust #mywordofgod
Ephesians 2:8
KJV: For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God:
NKJV: For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God,
NIV: For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—
Interpretation: Salvation comes through faith, but even faith itself is a gift from God. Humans cannot earn salvation by their own efforts. Grace and faith work together in God's plan of redemption. The verse humbles believers by showing that everything needed for salvation originates from God, not from human achievement.
Tweet Text: Ephesians 2:8 Salvation comes through faith, and even faith is God's gift. We cannot earn it through our own efforts. #faith #believe #trust #mywordofgod
James 2:17
KJV: Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone.
NKJV: Thus also faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead.
NIV: In the same way, faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead.
Interpretation: Genuine faith produces visible results in a believer's life. Faith that exists only as mental agreement without corresponding actions lacks life and vitality. The verse does not teach that works earn salvation. Instead, it shows that real faith naturally produces good works as evidence of its authenticity.
Tweet Text: James 2:17 Genuine faith produces action. Faith without works lacks life; real faith naturally shows itself through good deeds. #faith #believe #trust #mywordofgod
Galatians 2:20
KJV: 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.
NKJV: I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for me.
NIV: I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.
Interpretation: Faith transforms a believer's entire existence. Paul describes dying to his old self and living a new life through Christ. Faith in Jesus becomes the operating principle for daily living. The verse highlights Christ's personal love, shown through His sacrifice on the cross for each individual believer.
Tweet Text: Galatians 2:20 Faith transforms our existence. We die to self and live through Christ, who loved us and gave Himself for us. #faith #believe #trust #mywordofgod
Matthew 17:20
KJV: And Jesus said unto them, Because of your unbelief: for verily I say unto you, If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to yonder place; and it shall remove; and nothing shall be impossible unto you.
NKJV: So Jesus said to them, "Because of your unbelief; for assuredly, I say to you, if you have faith as a mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, 'Move from here to there,' and it will move; and nothing will be impossible for you."
NIV: He replied, "Because you have so little faith. Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, 'Move from here to there,' and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you."
Interpretation: Jesus teaches that faith's power does not depend on its size. Even the smallest genuine faith can accomplish remarkable things. The mustard seed illustration shows that faith quality matters more than quantity. Unbelief, not lack of faith amount, limits what God can do through believers.
Tweet Text: Matthew 17:20 Faith's power doesn't depend on size. Even small, genuine faith can move mountains. Quality matters more than quantity. #faith #believe #trust #mywordofgod
Romans 1:17
KJV: For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, The just shall live by faith.
NKJV: For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith to faith; as it is written, "The just shall live by faith."
NIV: For in the gospel the righteousness of God is revealed—a righteousness that is by faith from first to last, just as it is written: "The righteous will live by faith."
Interpretation: God's righteousness becomes available through faith. The gospel reveals how right standing with God comes through believing, not through human effort. The phrase "from faith to faith" suggests faith marks both the beginning and continuation of the Christian life. Righteous people live their entire lives trusting God.
Tweet Text: Romans 1:17 The gospel reveals God's righteousness through faith. The righteous live their entire lives trusting God. #faith #believe #righteous #mywordofgod
1 Peter 1:7
KJV: That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ:
NKJV: that the genuineness of your faith, being much more precious than gold that perishes, though it is tested by fire, may be found to praise, honor, and glory at the revelation of Jesus Christ,
NIV: These have come so that the proven genuineness of your faith—of greater worth than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory and honor when Jesus Christ is revealed.
Interpretation: Trials test and prove faith's genuineness. Faith holds greater value than gold because gold eventually perishes while faith endures eternally. Difficult circumstances refine faith like fire purifies precious metals. When Christ returns, proven faith will receive praise, honor, and glory.
Tweet Text: 1 Peter 1:7 Trials test faith's genuineness. Faith is more valuable than gold because it endures eternally and brings glory at Christ's return. #faith #believe #hope #mywordofgod
Mark 11:22
KJV: And Jesus answering saith unto them, Have faith in God.
NKJV: So Jesus answered and said to them, "Have faith in God."
NIV: "Have faith in God," Jesus answered.
Interpretation: Jesus gives a direct command to trust God. The simplicity of the statement emphasizes faith's importance. Faith must be placed in God, not in circumstances, other people, or even one's own abilities. Jesus calls believers to make God the object of their complete trust.
Tweet Text: Mark 11:22 Jesus commands: Have faith in God. Place your complete trust in Him alone, not in circumstances or abilities. #faith #believe #trust #mywordofgod
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