Exploring Faith in Hebrews Chapter 11

Sep 11, 2024

Lecture Notes: Day 3 of 40 Days of Faith

Introduction

  • Focus on Hebrews chapter 11 to explore faith.
  • Faith is not just for mundane needs, but for pleasing God and receiving His approval.
  • Encourage sharing the message, liking the video, and subscribing to the channel.

Understanding Faith Through Examples in Hebrews 11

  • Abel: Offered a more excellent sacrifice by faith.
  • Noah: Prepared an ark by faith, moved by godly fear.
  • Abraham: Obeyed God, moved to an unknown place by faith.
    • Offered Isaac when tested, by faith.
  • Isaac and Jacob: Blessed their descendants by faith.
  • Joseph: Spoke of the future departure of Israel by faith.
  • Moses: Made significant life choices by faith.
    • Forsook Egypt, kept the Passover, led Israel through the Red Sea.
  • Children of Israel: Circled the walls of Jericho by faith.

Key Actions by Faith

  • Verbs: Moved, refused, chose, forsook, kept, encircled.
  • Faith powered their actions.
  • Example: Faith led to the fall of Jericho’s walls, crossing the Red Sea.

The Role of Faith in Eternal Consequences

  • Faith gives eternal significance to our actions.
  • Examples of faith in action: Gideon, Samson, David, etc.
  • Faith leads to overcoming challenges, achieving justice, and receiving promises.

Personal Reflection

  • What are you doing in faith that will be remembered?
  • Faith should lead to active participation in God's plan.

Application of Faith

  • Pursue life goals (business, marriage, education) in faith.
  • Faith is crucial to understanding the Bible.
  • Faith is necessary for a successful engagement with God.

Conclusion

  • Faith is the impetus for eternal exploits and obedience.
  • Encouragement to use faith actively, not passively.
  • Invite audience to reflect on their faith-driven actions and share the message.

Call to Action

  • Share the video, like, and subscribe to spread the message of faith.
  • Engage in the 40 Days of Faith journey with active participation.
  • Mantra: Live a life of faith, showing it through actions and obedience to God.
  • Final Thought: Faith is the driving force behind meaningful actions with eternal significance.