Faith Makes The Difference

The difference between the world and the Christian is his faith, not his life.  Some believer's lives don't always measure up to Christ's standards.  But the Christian's faith can change situations.  That creates a big difference.

The difference between the Christian and his condemnation is his faith.  "He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God," (John 3:18).

The differnce between the sinner and eternal life is his faith.  John 3:36 says, "He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life: and he that beieveth not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on him."

It is by faith we become  children of God.  Galatians 3:26 says, "For ye are all the children of God by faith in Christ Jesus."

It is by faith we have peace with God.  "Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ," (Rom. 5:1).

It is by faith we are purified.  Acts 15:9 says, "And put no difference between us and them, purifying their hearts by faith."

It is by faith Christ dwells in our hearts.  Ephesians 3:17 says, "That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith that ye, being rooted and grounded in love."

Faith is not a feeling.  Faith is a decision we make.  We make that decision for the rest of our lives.  We may backslide in our living, but we still believe that Christ is our eternal life.  That faith never changes.