doctrines of a religion, based on spiritual apprehension rather than proof.
Faith is a grace or gift from God that
makes it possible to gain some understanding of all that he has revealed to us, including the totality of his plan as well as the many mysteries of faith.
"Now faith is the assurance of things
hoped for, the conviction of things not seen." Hebrews 11:1
"That your faith might not rest in the
wisdom of men but in the power of God." 1 Corinthians 2:5
How do we acquire faith?
Faith does not come by praying for it,
fasting for it, or having someone lay hands on you to bestow it. It only comes from hearing God's Word. And once you hear it, you still must make a decision to believe it