Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. | Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. |
And without faith it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him. | And without faith it is impossible to please God, for whoever would approach him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him. |
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By faith Sarah herself received power to conceive, even when she was past the age, since she considered him faithful who had promised. | By faith he received power of procreation, even though he was too old—and Sarah herself was barren—because he considered him faithful who had promised. |