Faith and The Faith

Published: Nov. 19, 2023, 11:18 a.m.

Is there a difference between 'faith' and 'the faith'? One is the result of hearing the dynamic, life-imparting, energizing voice of God. The other is a systematic recording of those words. To be immersed in the recorded words of scripture does not guarantee that the voice of God has been heard. Every generation must hear the voice of God for itself, and not just inherit the traditions handed down. Every child must not just inherit the faith of his/her parents, but encounter God for themselves. Passive faith is hearing what God said to others. Active faith is the result of hearing the voice of God.