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What does it mean?
Faith is described as an active practice rather than just a static belief or concept.
In plain terms
Faith is something you do, not just something you believe.
What can you take from it?
True faith requires action.

Where it applies

  • spiritual practice
  • volunteering
  • daily life

Putting it to work

  • act on beliefs
  • practice faith actively

Questions to consider

  • How do you practice faith?
  • Is belief enough?

Another view

It defines faith narrowly as only action-oriented.

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