Faith Is…
Hebrews 11:1-7
Key Verse 11:2
“This is what the ancients were commended for.”
This whole chapter is about faith. First let’s look at what the last thing the apostle said to these people. After warning them about giving up what they have in Christ and looking back to what they left behind, he tells them in 10:36 that they need to persevere so that when they had done the will of God, that is, when they had fulfilled their purpose in serving God in their lives, they will receive what was promised them. He then reminds them of the Lord’s return, and the Lord Jesus will surely return! The apostle then encouraged them to continue living by faith as the Lord says: “My righteous one will live by faith” (10:38) for God isn’t pleased with those … Read the rest