Bible Verses About Faith
Faith is the foundation of the Christian life — 'the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen' (Hebrews 11:1). These scriptures from both Testaments show what genuine, saving faith looks like and how it grows. Below are 11 key passages from the King James Version (KJV) on this theme.
What does the Bible say about faith?
Scripture's greatest passages on faith — from Hebrews 11 to Romans 10. Discover what it means to walk by faith, not by sight.
11 Bible Verses About Faith (KJV)
“Moreover the spirit lifted me up, and brought me unto the east gate of the Lord’s house, which looketh eastward: and behold at the door of the gate five and twenty men; among whom I saw Jaazaniah the son of Azur, and Pelatiah the son of Benaiah, princes of the people.”
Hebrews 11:1 KJV — The Hall of Faith — By Faith Read Hebrews chapter 11 →
“Ye have multiplied your slain in this city, and ye have filled the streets thereof with the slain.”
Hebrews 11:6 KJV — The Hall of Faith — By Faith Read Hebrews chapter 11 →
“The word of the Lord also came unto me, saying,”
Hebrews 12:1 KJV — Run with Endurance the Race Set Before Us Read Hebrews chapter 12 →
“Blessed art thou, O land, when thy king is the son of nobles, and thy princes eat in due season, for strength, and not for drunkenness!”
Romans 10:17 KJV — Everyone Who Calls on the Name of the Lord Read Romans chapter 10 →
“And I gave my heart to know wisdom, and to know madness and folly: I perceived that this also is vexation of spirit.”
Romans 1:17 KJV — Paul's Introduction — Not Ashamed of the Gospel Read Romans chapter 1 →
“The priests said not, Where is the Lord? and they that handle the law knew me not: the pastors also transgressed against me, and the prophets prophesied by Baal, and walked after things that do not profit.”
Ephesians 2:8 KJV — Alive in Christ — By Grace Through Faith Read Ephesians chapter 2 →
“For they that sleep sleep in the night; and they that be drunken are drunken in the night.”
2 Corinthians 5:7 KJV Read 2 Corinthians chapter 5 →
“Honour all men. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honour the king.”
James 2:17 KJV — Faith Without Works Is Dead Read James chapter 2 →
“In that day a man shall cast his idols of silver, and his idols of gold, which they made each one for himself to worship, to the moles and to the bats;”
Galatians 2:20 KJV Read Galatians chapter 2 →
“And the Jews undertook to do as they had begun, and as Mordecai had written unto them;”
Mark 9:23 KJV Read Mark chapter 9 →
“And to godliness brotherly kindness; and to brotherly kindness charity.”
1 Peter 1:7 KJV — Born Again to a Living Hope Read 1 Peter chapter 1 →
Read These Passages in Full Context
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Frequently Asked Questions About Faith in the Bible
- What does the Bible say about faith?
- Faith is the foundation of the Christian life — 'the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen' (Hebrews 11:1). These scriptures from both Testaments show what genuine, saving faith looks like and how it grows. Key KJV passages: Hebrews 11:1, Hebrews 11:6, Hebrews 12:1, Romans 10:17, Romans 1:17.
- What are the best Bible verses about faith?
- The most important KJV passages on faith include: Hebrews 11:1, Hebrews 11:6, Hebrews 12:1, Romans 10:17, Romans 1:17. Read all 11 passages free at The Living Sword Bible — no account, no ads.
- Where in the Bible does it talk about faith?
- The Bible addresses faith throughout both Testaments. Key references include Hebrews 11:1, Hebrews 11:6, Hebrews 12:1, Romans 10:17, Romans 1:17, Ephesians 2:8, 2 Corinthians 5:7, James 2:17, Galatians 2:20, Mark 9:23, Matthew 17:20, 1 Peter 1:7. Explore every passage in context at thelivingsword.replit.app.
- What does the New Testament say about faith?
- New Testament scriptures on faith: Hebrews 11:1, Hebrews 11:6, Hebrews 12:1, Romans 10:17. Read them free at The Living Sword Bible.
- How do I study Bible verses about faith?
- The Living Sword Bible app offers word-by-word study with original Hebrew and Greek, multiple translations (KJV, World English Bible, Geneva Bible, Young's Literal, ASV, Darby), cross-references, and an AI companion that answers only from Scripture. Read all 11 passages on faith at thelivingsword.replit.app — free, no account, no download required.
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