Faith: The evidence of saving grace

“Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen” (Heb. 11:1). This is what Hebrews 11 gives as the definition of faith. However, let’s try to put it in simpler terms and apply it to our own personal lives. Faith is one of the fruits of the Spirit and is also included in the list of the three abiding virtues in 1 Corinthians 13. In Hebrews 11 faith is described as the substance of things hoped for. A substance is the most important or essential part of something....