Faith
Faith in the Bible: trusting, being tested and holding on in hard times. Key passages from the heroes of faith to reassuring chapters.
Faith is an attitude both tested and praised throughout the Bible. These chapters show what faith is, how it is tested and how it is sustained in hope through different lives.
Read the chapters
- Hebrews 11
The 'hall of faith' chapter, defining faith by pointing to people from Abraham to Moses who trusted God against the odds.
- Romans 8
One of Paul's most powerful chapters — life in the Spirit, the assurance of being God's children, and the hope that nothing can separate us from his love.
- James 1
The opening of a letter of practical wisdom, urging perseverance in trials, asking God for wisdom, and doing the word rather than only hearing it.
- Daniel 6
The famous story of Daniel in the lions' den — a man who keeps his faith and prayer under pressure, and is kept safe.
- Joshua 1
The call to courage given to Joshua as he takes up leadership after Moses — an opening chapter whose 'be strong and courageous' underscores God's presence against fear.
Related people
- Mary
- Paul
- Peter
- Abraham
- Noah
- Elijah
- Daniel
- Elisha
- Gideon
- Isaac
- Samuel
- Sarah
- Jacob
- Joshua
- Elizabeth
- Stephen
- Lazarus
- Lydia
- Martha
- Mary Magdalene
- Timothy
- Thomas
Related places
Reading plans
- Start with John — 7 Days Through the Life of Jesus
- The Bible for Beginners — 10 Days
- The Bible in a Year — 365 Days from Cover to Cover
- 30 Days with the Gospel — An Introduction to the New Testament
Related guides
- What Is Baptism?
What is baptism, what does it mean and where does it appear in the Bible? A short, neutral guide to the meaning of baptism and its place in the Gospels.
- How Did the Bible Reach Us? (Manuscripts and Translation)
How did the Bible reach us, how was it transmitted through manuscripts and why do translations differ? A short, neutral guide to the transmission of the text.
- Who or What Is the Holy Spirit?
Who is the Holy Spirit, and how is the Spirit described in the Bible? A short, neutral and non-denominational guide to the Spirit's work, the event of Pentecost and the "fruit of the Spirit."
- What Is Christianity?
What is Christianity, when and how did it emerge, what is its main book and into which main traditions does it divide? A short, neutral and non-denominational guide.
- What Is the Trinity?
What is the Trinity, where does the term come from and how are the Father, Son and Holy Spirit understood in the Christian faith? A short, neutral guide offering a historical and conceptual overview.
Featured verses
Related verse collections
Related topics
- Patience & Endurance
- Trials & Testing
- Holiness
- God's Promises
- Wisdom
- Courage and Leadership
- Strength
- The Life of Jesus
Bible Topics
How does the Bible describe faith?
Faith is mostly described as trust in what is unseen and holding on to God in hard times. Hebrews 11 gives this definition concrete shape through examples from the past.
Which chapters on faith stand out?
Hebrews 11, which lists the heroes of faith; Romans 8, on life in the Spirit; and James 1, which ties faith to action, are among the most-read.
How is the relation between faith and action described?
Chapters such as James 1 stress that faith should not remain only in words but turn into everyday conduct and kindness shown to others.