God purifies hearts by faith

 “He did not discriminate between us and them, for he purified their hearts by faith.” (Acts 15:9 NIV)

Sanctified by faith

“… to open their eyes and turn them from darkness to light, and from the power of Satan to God, so that they may receive forgiveness of sins and a place among those who are sanctified by faith in me.’” (Acts 26:18 NIV)

God’s work is advanced by faith

“…or to devote themselves to myths and endless genealogies. Such things promote controversial speculations rather than advancing God’s work—which is by faith.” (1 Tim. 1:4 NIV)

God’s power shields us through faith

“…who through faith are shielded by God’s power until the coming of the salvation that is ready to be revealed in the last time.” (1 Peter 1:5 NIV)