Faith is the first principle of the gospel. Faith is to believe in things that are true. As such, it is the motivating factor in our lives, and is a principle or source of action. If we did not believe that our actions would have the desired result, we would not make any actions. This it is important to believe in true things. Otherwise, we choose incorrect actions.
True faith can be based only in Jesus Christ and his atonement. There can be no other foundation, because there is no other source of salvation. So we must learn of Christ and his atonement, and get to know Him. As we do this, our faith grows. It also grows stronger through service to God's cause. Therefore, we can strengthen our faith by serving in the church and obeying the Lord's commandments.
Faith is a source of strength, power, and comfort. The more we know we can rely on the Lord, the more we have strength and power to do his will and to face the obstacles of life, and the more we have comfort in our trials.
I testify that faith in Christ has brought great strength and comfort, and has been the source of all that is good in my life.
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