[kosta50]

I was just thinking from the perspective that faith comes ONLY from God, it cannot be earned, started, formed, etc. through works

God knocks on everyone's heart. We can either let Him in or not. That decision is ours. Love does not compel. he doesn't show the faith down out throats, or hearts if you will).

Once you accept God, your faith does grow. Our primitive steps are like the first steps in children. As we mature, we begin to discern God in terms that make Him even greater in our eyes than we could originally imagine, and ever more difficult to describe — or conceive. At the same time, our faith leads us to prayer, fasting and good works.

[Forest Keeper]

Once you accept God, your faith does grow. Our primitive steps are like the first steps in children. As we mature, we begin to discern God in terms that make Him even greater in our eyes than we could originally imagine, and ever more difficult to describe — or conceive. At the same time, our faith leads us to prayer, fasting and good works.

Zero agreement on the first part and 100% agreement on this part. As Gene Wilder said: "Nice grouping!". :)