Witness in the Word · Module 5 — What It Means to Actually Cross Over
Class 19 – Faith That Saves
Source: The Almost Christian, Chapter Ten
Faith is one of the most used words in Scripture, yet it is often left undefined. Many assume they have faith without examining what that faith actually is. If faith is not established according to Scripture, that confidence has no foundation.
“Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” — Hebrews 11:1.
Faith is not passive. It is an active reliance on what God has said. It is a specific dependence that results in surrender.
“But as many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God…” — John 1:12.
“You believe that there is one God. You do well. Even the demons believe—and tremble!” — James 2:19.
“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.” — Hebrews 11:6.
“Through whom we have received grace and apostleship for obedience to the faith…” — Romans 1:5.
“For as the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without works is dead also.” — James 2:26.
“But why do you call Me ‘Lord, Lord,’ and do not do the things which I say?” — Luke 6:46.
“Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding.” — Proverbs 3:5.
“For with the heart one believes unto righteousness, and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.” — Romans 10:10.
“Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.” — Romans 5:1.
“Rooted and built up in Him and established in the faith…” — Colossians 2:7.
The Almost Christian must examine whether his belief has moved into reliance. Agreement is not enough. Until that agreement becomes reliance, faith remains incomplete.
Summary
This chapter defines faith that saves. It shows that agreement is not enough and that belief must move into reliance. A person may acknowledge truth and remain unchanged. True faith entrusts itself fully and results in submission. Without that reliance, faith remains incomplete.
For Reflection
Read: Romans 10:9–10; Ephesians 2:8–9
1. How is the faith this chapter describes different from simply believing facts about God?
2. Where has your own faith been more agreement than surrender?
3. What would saving faith cost you if you fully acted on it this week?
This Week: Name one specific area where faith would require you to act, not just agree — and act on it.