memorize god’s word
write Genesis 22:8
And Abraham said, “My son, God will provide for Himself the lamb for a burnt offering.” So the two of them went together.
Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. Hebrews 11:1
We have referenced Hebrews 11 so many times in our study! I don’t know about you but this Chapter in Hebrews has been a blessing to me during 2020! By now we have picked these verses apart but because God’s Word is living and active we know that even if we are familiar with a verse, that doesn’t mean there isn’t still treasure there waiting to be extracted. Let’s take yet another look at this remarkable passage!
The Greek word hypostasis translated substance has been previously used to describe the relationship between Christ and God (11:1-3) and the firm confidence that believers possess (3:14). Faith is not fleeting but substantial enough to generate confidence.
The Greek word for evidence is elegchos, indicates an inner conviction not based on visible matters.
Divine approval is the primary consequence of faith. -Holmon Study Bible
Read Hebrews 3
Who is first and foremost counted most faithful?
What is the difference in the response of those in Chapter 3:16-19 and those named in Chapter 11?
Those who refused to hear did not enter into the promised land because of their unbelief. If divine approval is the primary consequence of Faith what is the divine consequence for unbelief?
Grab your journal
Thanksgiving & Gratitude
“I will praise God’s name in song and glorify Him with thanksgiving.” Psalm 79:13
Jesus was first faithful making a way for those listed in the ‘Hall of Faith” and making a way for us today. Jesus is the most good and perfect gift from above. Thank God for sending His only Son, whom He loved, as a sacrifice and making a way for us to enter into the “promised land” and dwell with Him for all of eternity!