Elevation Church · 7 min read
It was Fathers Day at Elevation Church. Chet Pete, pastor of the University City campus, began by honoring his own father.
What does the Bible say about faith?
Faith is at the heart of the Christian life: it is how we draw near to God, stand firm in trials and move forward when nothing is visible yet. The Bible defines it as the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen (Hebrews 11:1). Far from being a vague feeling, biblical faith rests on God's character and on his promises.
The sermon summaries on this page explore faith from practical angles: how to believe when your miracle is delayed, how faith grows through trials, and what it means to trust God with your finances, your family or your future. Each summary distils a church's teaching, with key verses and a practical application — and links back to the full sermon on video.
Bible verses about "Faith"
« Now faith is assurance of things hoped for, proof of things not seen. »
« So faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God. »
« Jesus said to him, “If you can believe, all things are possible to him who believes.” »
« for by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, »
« Even so faith, if it has no works, is dead in itself. »
« for we walk by faith, not by sight. »
« He said to them, “Because of your unbelief. For most certainly I tell you, if you have faith as a grain of mustard seed, you will tell this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move; and nothing will be impossible for you. »
« Being therefore justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ; »
Boosts on "Faith"
Top sermons on "Faith"
Efficient Church · 8 min read
Why and how to take notes during your Bible reading: a notebook, margins, a simple framework, and journaling. Practical methods with no rigidity.
Efficient Church · 7 min read
Lisa Harper admits it straight out: she ended up being grateful for her grief. It is a sentence that seems almost out of place. You do not thank God for what breaks you.
Efficient Church · 9 min read
25 Bible verses about wisdom and decision-making: asking God for wisdom, seeking counsel, and discerning His will.
Efficient Church · 9 min read
Biblical repentance (metanoia) is a change of mind that leads to a change of life. Definition, key verses, and the difference between repentance and regret.
ECTRIAL
Elevation Church · 7 min read
Many Christians grew up with the idea that "being sad is wrong." We learn, without it always being said clearly, that a faithful believer puts on a smile, keeps their head high, and only brings God the bright side of their life.
ECCOMMITMENT
Église Momentum · 5 min read
There is a tendency that sticks to us like glue: comparing ourselves to others, then envying what they have received.
Efficient Church · 8 min read
20 Bible verses on the unity of the church, quoted from the Louis Segond translation: Jesus' prayer, one body in Christ, and how to preserve unity day by day.
Efficient Church · 8 min read
20 Bible verses from the Louis Segond translation to pray for your church: unity, leaders, spiritual growth of members, mission, and perseverance in prayer.
ECINNER LIFE
Elevation Church · 4 min read
Your life is not following the plan you laid out at the beginning of the year. The path feels like a detour, the deadline has shifted, and at times you wonder if God got the wrong map.
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Frequently asked questions about "Faith"
What is faith according to the Bible?
Hebrews 11:1 defines faith as the assurance of things hoped for and the conviction of things not seen. It is not a leap into the void: it is confidence grounded in God's character and in what he has promised.
How can I grow my faith?
Romans 10:17 says that faith comes from hearing the word of Christ. It grows by listening to and meditating on Scripture, by praying, and by putting the Word into practice in concrete decisions. The sermon summaries on this page offer practical starting points.
What should I do when my faith wavers in a trial?
Trials do not disqualify faith — they forge it. Several teachings on this page show how to stay anchored in hope when the miracle is delayed: remember what God has already done, stay connected to the church, and keep feeding your trust in the Word.