Faith as a body of beliefs

Faith as the truth that Christians believe

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Terms equivalent to “the faith”

The truth:

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the apostles’ teaching

The gospel:

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the good deposit

Aspects of “the faith” summarised

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The source and transmission of the faith

The faith has been given by God

Galatians 1:11–12 NABRE

Now I want you to know, brothers, that the gospel preached by me is not of human origin. For I did not receive it from a human being, nor was I taught it, but it came through a revelation of Jesus Christ.

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The faith is passed on by apostles and teachers

Titus 1:9 NABRE

holding fast to the true message as taught so that he will be able both to exhort with sound doctrine and to refute opponents.

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Christians must remain true to the faith

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Being strengthened in the faith

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The danger of turning from the faith

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Christians must contend for the faith

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Refuting false teachers

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Witnessing to the truth

1 Peter 3:15 NABRE

but sanctify Christ as Lord in your hearts. Always be ready to give an explanation to anyone who asks you for a reason for your hope,

Contending for the faith is a responsibility of leaders

Apostles:

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overseers, who must be able to teach; Deacons; Timothy, responsible for the church at Ephesus