Faith as basis of salvation

Both in the OT and in the NT faith is the only basis of salvation. Faith is the means by which God’s grace in Christ, and with him the blessings of salvation, is received. Paul’s doctrine of justification by faith emphasises the centrality of faith in the Christian life.

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Salvation by faith in the OT Hab 2:4 The faith of Abraham and other individuals Ge 15:6 See also Ro 4:9–16; Heb 11:4; Heb 11:5; Heb 11:7 Salvation by faith in the NT Ro 1:16–17 See also 1 Co 1:21; Php 3:8–9 Salvation through faith alone Eph 2:8–9 See also Ro 3:27–28; Ro 4:1–8; Ps 32:1–2; Ro 9:30–32;…