Reality of sin is that we in our own power are unable to overcome it. We do have a part - to respond to God. Elements of Faith. Internal elements. 1 - Belief. Based on truth. What we need is an understanding of who Jesus Christ is and what He did for us. 2 - Repentence. Turn from sin and turning to Jesus. Transformed and made new. A change of mind. Is a continuing presence. Mental and emotional changes. 3 - Commitment. Change of focus of our lives.