A False Faith That Is No Faith at All
What is true faith? This question implies that there is also a false faith, which is really no faith at all, but appears to be faith at first. Sometimes people possess a great knowledge of the Bible. They can quote many texts, yet they do not have faith, because they do not accept the promises therein. They do not place their trust in Christ. Some call this “historical faith.” In reality, “historical faith” is no faith at all. For faith is more than just a sure knowledge of Scripture. It is also an acknowledgment that what Scripture says is true. Sometimes we meet people who are very zealous for the Christian religion. Yet after a time their zeal dies and they no longer serve the Lord or live according to His commandments. It is like the seed that fell on shallow ground in the parable of Matthew 13. Some call this “temporary faith.” In reality, “temporary faith” is no faith at all. For true faith never dies. T...
