Faith comes by hearing and hearing by the Word of God Romans 10:17.
Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen Hebrews 11:1.
Without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him Hebrews 11:6.
Faith pleases God! It is believing what God says and the pleases Him. As we listen to God's Word, the Holy Spirit causes faith to come alive in our hearts.
Faith is active. To exercise faith is to seek after God, agreeing with His Word and saying what He says. It is how we receive the promises.