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 NIV

I want you to know, brothers and sisters, that the gospel I preached is not of human origin. I did not receive it from any man, nor was I taught it; rather, I received it by revelation from Jesus Christ.

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The faith is passed on by apostles and teachers

Titus 1:9 NIV

He must hold firmly to the trustworthy message as it has been taught, so that he can encourage others by sound doctrine and refute those who oppose it.

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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 NIV

But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect,

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