Hebrews 11:8 Sermons: By faith, Abraham, when he was called, obeyed to go out to a place which he was to receive for an inheritance. The prevailing current worldview, that matter always existed and that the current universe, including man, happened by sheer chance over billions of years, is based on blind faith, because there is no evidence to support it. Concerning faith, he wrote (George Muller of Bristol, A. T. Pierson [Revell], p. 437, italics his): It is the very time for faith to work, when sight ceases. [2] For by it the people of old received their commendation. He graduated from Dallas Theological Seminary (Th.M., 1976 in Bible exposition) and Califo More, The Net Pastors Journal, Eng. Faith is the victory! Hebrews chapter 11 has the answer we are looking for. Seth lived 912 years (Gen 5:8). Hebrews 11:1-2 (ESV) Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. Some of you may think that 65 sounds quite old, but at this point, Enoch was about a fifth of the way through his life. You are watching the official sermon video of Sierra Bible Church. What is the faith that pleases God. For everyone who asks receives, and the one who seeks finds, and to the one who knocks it will be opened (Matt 7:7-8). Hebrews 11 begins by telling us what faith is: Faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen (Heb 11:1). So, to walk with God means that we go where He is going. Abel had been killed, but that was before Seth or any of his descendants were born. I know you believe. Rick has earned a Doctor of Ministry in Preaching from Northern Baptist Theological Seminary and a Master of Theology in preaching from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Sons and brothers, pay attention. We have to believe it all on the strength of God's promise. He "was not" because God took him off the earth and allowed him to enter heaven without experiencing death. His faith proved the reality of the unseen God as greater than the reality of the flames that burned him to death. But He always relates to us in love. These first generations lived for many years, but they had one thing in common: All the days that Adam lived were 930 years, and he died (Gen 5:5). a. Certainly Cain represents all those people in the world who believe they can make up their own religion. Therefore, at all times, we must cling to Christ as our Savior. It's what we believe about the things that matter most. 3:14) as subjective, hold fast the beginning of our assurance firm until the end. But the respected Theological Dictionary of the New Testament (ibid., VII:587) argues that it does not refer there to subjective assurance, which rests within us, but to the objective reality of the faith. To go back to Howard Fineman's quote, it's all about pursuing (a great biblical concept) the one true God. In any case he walked with God for 300 years. If you would draw near to God, you must believe that He is who He says He is. But Enoch did not go through it. Faith is unconditional trust in the promises of God. To start saving items to a SermonFolder, please create an account. Along with the divinity of the Holy Spirit, we have the doctrine of the Trinity. All the days of Enosh were 905 years, and he died (Gen 5:11). Whoever would draw near to God must believe that He is! By faith, he factored in eternity and looked to the reward. The "end" is often the culmination of a lifetime pursuit of intimacy with God. All have to cross the river. Matter is not eternal. Pastor Colin Smith preached this sermon on the faith of Abraham from Hebrews 11:8-16 as part of the series "Living By Faith." So in developing the theme of enduring faith, our authors first point is that faith is the means of realizing spiritual reality. Our calling is to seek Him. And He says to us, I go to prepare a place for you andI will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am you may be also (Jn 14:2-3). The most important thing about you what will matter about you forever is not how many people know your name, or not how many people follow you on social media. Bible > Hebrews > Chapter 11 > Verse 8 Library Free Downloads eBibles Hebrews 11:8 9:4; 11:17), and three times in Hebrews (1:3; 3:14; and here). Seek the LORD while he may be found; call upon him while he is near; let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts; let him return to the LORD, that he may have compassion on him, and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon (Isa 55:6, 7). Its no good saying, If God wants me He can make himself known to me. God is merciful and just, so when we do justly and love mercy, then we walk humbly with our God (Mic 6:8). Faith is the means of realizing spiritual reality, of gaining Gods approval, and of understanding the origin of all that is. Ultimately, this will undermine the relationship, because it erodes trust. Taken seriously, makes a difference, changes the way we live. We are told in vs. 5 that Adam lived for 930 years. Every time the boy became sick you would think This is it. Whoever is as inclusive as you can get. Take that faith away and we have nothing left. [2] For by it the people of old received their commendation. Enoch was taken soon after Adam had died. It has even entered our language as a synonym for troublemaking - Raising Cain. They are making up their own religion. Permissions: You have permission and are encouraged to reproduce and distribute this material in any format you choose, as long as you do not alter or change the wording in any way and do not charge a fee (beyond the cost of reproducing these materials). Hebrews 11:1 has always been a difficult verse for me to get a handle on. And I want to make two observations from them: i. Adam was still living when Enoch was born. 2 For by it the men of old gained approval. From 1977-1992 he was the pastor of Lake Gregory Community Church in Crestline, California. I suggest this expanded paraphrase of 11:1, Faith makes real in our experience the promises that God has given about the future. He created the things that are from things which are not. Humans might fabricate things out of the dirt or use material from creation for their buildings, but not God. Log In Create an Account. When He sends difficult trials into our lives, whether persecution, the loss of our health, or the loss of a loved one, we have to trust Him, believing that He is acting in love to form Christ in us. Noah's faith saved his entire family. Death for a believer is Christ taking us home. Hebrews 11:17-19 I. He will establish the truth, right every wrong, and bring the whole world to justice. Faith believes God regardless of the circumstances. We read here about Adam, Seth, Enosh, Kenan, Mahalalel, Jared, Enoch, Methuselah, Lamech, Noah. Your Bible study. To walk with God is to live in a constant, conscious enjoyment of the presence of God. He offered a first-born lamb from the flock. All of the others relate to a parade of characters from the Old Testament who trusted in God. Colin S. Smith. Thats what Enoch did. Some think that faith is believing something . You are currently impersonating {{userSessionData.email}}. Here, at any rate, he is facile princeps (easily foremost) among the divines of the Puritan schoolManton's Worksoffer real literary gold to the reading public.'- J.C. RYLEThe outstanding preaching ministry of Thomas Manton . But over time Adam became weaker. Since God created all things from nothing, then everything owes its existence to God who spoke creation into existence. The Word became flesh and tabernacled among us (John 1:14). Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. Muller had no savings accounts and he refused to make the needs of the ministry known, even to potential donors. The unseen things we are convinced of, are things God has revealed. Enoch walked with God, and he was not, for God took him (Gen 5:24). And we know how Noah saved his family while the world around him perished. He wants us to have a faith that endures trials to the preserving of the soul (10:39). That would conflict with the entire teaching of the New Testament, that faith is simply the channel through which Gods blessings flow. You may think, Thats a great story, but what if God hadnt delivered them? This is called providence. As bad as things are, they were worse in Noah's day. But here's what I wonder. On the other hand, sinners are unable to believe because of spiritual blindness (2 Cor. Faith, you see, is confident in the power of God's words. That is, God has placed in us a hunger to know who we are and where we fit in the universe. Fortunately, Karl experienced real faith before he went home to be with Jesus. It will sustain you in the trials that you face right now! It understands the origins of all that is. Sermon: Living By Faith in God - Hebrews 11. He speaks of straining forward toward what lies ahead (Phil 3:13). Walking isnt easy when the wind is against you. Pew Forum director Luis Lugo says, "You no longer have an alignment of affiliation, belief and behavior. Tim Russert was 100-percent right. I dare say many people in our churches have made up their own religion. Enter your email address and we will send you a link to reset your password. Moses asked the Lord, What is your name? And God said, I am that I am (Ex 3:14). People Listen In Different Wayscan You Reach All Of Them? Matt Papa. Walking with God involves peace, purpose, progress, privilege and pleasure. Not one word is ever said about the faith of his wife or the faith of Shem, Ham or Japheth or their wives. God rewards those who seek Him (Heb 11:6). By faith Moses gained Gods approval, even though he received the worlds scorn. Noah was a righteous man who had great faith in God. these people were heroes. The word of God here does not refer to His written word, but to His spoken word. This is the kinda (expletive) you'd expect from an office temp with a bad attitude.". The truth is that God is not responsible for many of those things, fallen man is. "Hebrews 11 tells us what it means to have faith and obtain life. Hebrews: All About Faith. CSB Experiencing God Bible, Hardcover, Jacketed. He said the following about God: "Something is wrong here: War, disease, death, destruction, hunger, filth, poverty, torture, crime, corruption and the Ice Capades. Nothing is impossible with God. Enosh lived 905 years (Gen 5:11). 3 By faith we understand that the worlds were prepared by the word of God, so that what is seen was not made out of things which are visible. Faith taken seriously makes a difference in our world and changes the way we live. When the flood finally came, only eight people were saved: Noah and his wife, his three sons and their wives. Most Popular. Comments >>. Finally we have the story of Noah (Gen. 6-9). Faith A Sermon . He knew that he had to be ready to meet with God. He feels it in a way that he did not before. The lifespans of these generations are about ten times as long as our lives today. After telling us about Enoch who walked with God, Hebrews says, Whoever would draw near to God.. It is about the faith and that faith must be in Jesus. And without God's help, we would never believe all of that. The seed sown on the rocky ground sprang up quickly, but it also quickly withered and died when trials hit. I did what I did because I believed it to be biblical and thus pleasing to God, but it resulted in a number of people trying to get me fired. Order Curriculum, Literature, and Church Supplies, by Rick Ezell on Wednesday, January 01, 2014 at 7:00 AM. After going through the roll call of these saints, the example of Jesus is set forth in the 12th chapter as the most excellent example of enduring faith, The writer of Hebrews wrote to warn the church he addressed not to drift away from the truth and commit apostacy. God invites you to live in the constant, conscious enjoyment of His presence. Ten generations are recorded. As Psalm 33:6, 9 affirms, By the word of the Lord the heavens were made, and by the breath of His mouth all their host. We must all stand before the judgment seat of Christ (2 Cor 5:9). In fact, Adam was still living when Enochs son Methuselah was born and when Enochs grandson Lamech was born! For by it the elders obtained a good testimony. All we need is the courage to do what Noah did and to believe what God has said. "Without faith it is impossible to please God." Hebrews 11:6. His faith made real in the present the future promises of God. He went out, not knowing where he was going. Enoch walked with God after he fathered Methuselah 300 years (Gen 5:22). Before we look at these three aspects of faith, it may be helpful to explain something about the nature of faith with reference to relationships. Walking involves slow, steady movement. Martin Luther " Do not be afraid, little flock ," Jesus tells us in today's gospel reading ( Luke 12:32-40 ). 1) Faith: Being Certain of What You Do Not See - Hebrews 11:1-2 2) Creation: Understanding the Power of God's Word - Hebrews 11:3 3) Abel: Giving God the First Portion - Hebrews 11:4 4) Enoch: Believing God's Goodness - Hebrews 11:5-6 5) Noah: Heeding God's Warnings - Hebrews 11:7 6) Abraham (1a): Following God's Leading - Hebrews 11:8 One brother kills another in an outburst of rage and envy. Through faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the Word of God, so that things which are seen were not made out of things which do appear. I often wonder if I would be a Christian if I hadn't been born in a Christina home, reared by Christian parents, lived next to a Christian church, surrounded by Christian people. It has to make a difference. It is important to define or give substance to such an abstract noun as faith. So it is. Without faith it is impossible to please Him (11:6). Since nature abhors a vacuum, if we don't fill it with God, we will fill it with something else. In ancient times the Jews considered Abraham to be almost worthy of their worship. They become futile in their speculations, their foolish hearts are darkened, and professing to be wise, they become fools. After he arrived, they said, We promised you safe passage here, but not a safe return. They threw him in prison and condemned him to death because he condemned many of their corrupt practices, which were contrary to Scripture. Faith, indeed, has a way of making the future present and the unseen visible. That is what faith is: Faith is believing there is another dimension to life other than those which can be touched, tasted, seen or felt. Jesus is both the author and perfecter of faith (Heb. Every day Lisa and David Holden asked God for a baby. I don't know how much faith they had, but they had enough to follow the head of the family. Are we a nation "under God" can we really say, "In God We Trust"? This grim reality runs like a relentless drumbeat throughout the chapter. Their response shows that by faith, they were making real in their present crisis the future promises of God regarding eternal life. All of us are on a journey going somewhere. (Hebrews 11:1-3) God spoke the universe into existence. Enoch walked with God. Some modern translations of Genesis read Genesis 1:1 by When God began to create the heavens and earth, the earth was without form and void as though God arranged matter that was already there. Your world changes. What does it mean to walk with God? Why? Walking is not sitting and walking is not sprinting. The writer of Hebrews had told the church in chapter 10 of the trials they had already endured for the faith. But I often see people violate this principle in their personal relationships, causing much damage. THE FEEDING OF FAITH: You are not born with faith as you need to have it. After the author defines faith, they put flesh on it in ways that both the intended readers and Christians today can look to to understand how to live an authentic life of faith. Those who are alive when Christ comes in glory will be taken across the river, without going through it. You can't see any of this. Enoch walked with God and went straight to heaven. By faith, Moses saw through the world with its fleeting pleasures and treasures. Genesis 1:1, Habakkuk 2:4, Hebrews 10:38, Hebrews 11, Hebrews 11:1-16, Hebrews 11:1-3, Hebrews 1:1-3, Hebrews 11:8-16, Hebrews 12, John 1:14, Romans 8:24, Sermon Topics: A Matter of Faith: My Sermon on Hebrews 11 Faith is a living, busy, active, mighty thing. If you would draw near to God, you must believe that he exists (vs. 6). God, who is Spirit, is eternal. Verse 1 says that faith has substance. Faith is tangible, even though it is invisible. The example of Moses: v. 23. Charles Hoffacker On the whole, the Bible is not taken up with providing definitions in the way that a dictionary does. This is also the case here as it says the evidence of things not seen. So faith has the idea of what would normally be considered impossible, possible. Sermon Archive "Faith That Works" - Hebrews 11. The author mentions Moses (11:24-26), who refused to be called the son of Pharaohs daughter, choosing rather to endure ill-treatment with the people of God. He considered the reproach of Christ greater riches than the treasures of Egypt; . Imagine what those in the Egyptian court must have said about Moses: He walked away from the wealth and prestige of being the son of Pharaohs daughter to lead a ragtag bunch of common slaves out into the Judean wilderness! If you would like to download two encouraging, FREE full-length MP3s of Tony's popular sermons: "The Sovereignty of God" and "How to Handle a Crisis," you ca. So faith is the means of realizing spiritual reality and of gaining Gods approval. Most of us will be taken through the river. Ha! What a loony tune!. It is possible to walk with God, in a world that defies Him. Ecclesiastes 3:11 says that God has put eternity inside every human heart. God has made Himself known in the Scriptures, and If you want to walk with Him, you must believe what He says about Himself. Later in the day that Russert died Howard Fineman of Newsweek magazine made this observation during a television interview: "Tim Russert Did Not Pursue False Gods, He Pursued the Real One.". Prepare meaningful sermons and worship events with our sermons, illustrations, quotes, humor, commentary, powerpoint, children's sermons and bulletins. It is the relationship you have with Jesus. Abels sacrifice of a lamb from the flock points forward to Jesus, the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world (John 1:29). It refers to the repeated phrase, then God said (Gen. 1:3, 6, 9, 11, 14, 20, 24, 26). Justification by faith is one of the central doctrines of the Christian faith. The difference is, the first man is looking with his unaided eye, whereas the second man is looking through a telescope. By faith he preached when no one would listen. A. W. Pink (An Exposition of Hebrews [Ephesians 4 Group], p. 652) uses the analogy of two men standing on the deck of a ship, looking in the same direction. This is a constant theme of Scripture. The roll call of the saints of the Old Testament would have been well known to the congregation. Before we leave verse 1, lets apply it by illustrating how faith worked in the lives of three Hebrew young men, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego (Daniel 3). It's the faith. And Noah had enough faith to inspire all of them to follow his example. Second, if you have trusted in Christ as Savior, live each day to seek His approval. It is reflected in their giving, their truth-telling, their church attendance, their integrity. Only the seed on the good ground bore fruit with perseverance (Luke 8:11-15). Scripture: By love, I mean, seeking the highest good of the other person. The highest good for every person is to be conformed to the image of Jesus Christ. ( Hebrews 11:1) A definition of faith. You cant walk with someone when you are hiding from them. Although the stress of the next section of Hebrews is on practical exhortations, doctrine is either taught or assumed in this part of the book as Read More Hebrews 11:1-7 - The Description of Faith We must walk with God by faith so that we are ready to meet him by sight. When the boys entered the ark, their wives went with them. Hebrews 11:32-35a Elijah: Widow of Zarephath (1 Kings 17:8-23) Elisha: Shunammite Woman's Son (2 Kings 4:18-37). Men, God holds you accountable to set the pace for your entire family. There is clearly a reference here to God revealing His name to Moses. God said to Abraham, Do not be afraid I am your shield, your very great reward (Gen 15:1 NIV). Imagine the impact of this first recorded death by natural causes. Faith says, "I believe God. Death becomes the doorway into the unfiltered presence of God. Hebrews 11:1-6. . All Sermons Bible Studies Devotionals Prayers. Copyright 2003-2023 | Outreach, Inc., All rights reserved. As we saw last week, there is a type of faith that does not endure trials and temptations. Rick is a consultant, conference leader, communicator, and coach. Truth is the basis for trust. Chapters 11 and 12the final major portion of the epistleestablishes a call to respond in the only appropriate way, namely, by faith, to the realities the writer has discussed. This sermon is yet another feeble attempt to do so. First, have you gained Gods approval by putting your trust in Christ alone as your only hope of heaven? And that of course is the thing that ultimately matters about us all. Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-4 Denomination: Baptist Summary: Every body has some type of faith, people have faith in many different things, when we get into our car we have faith that it will crank and get us to our destination, we have faith that our doctor knows what he or she is doing, every body has this mindse 1 2 3 4 Next "WHAT IS FAITH?" When Enoch had lived 65 years, he fathered Methuselah. If you add the ages at which each of these patriarchs became a father, you will find that from Adam to the birth of Enoch was 622 years (130 + 105 + 90 + 70 + 65 + 162 = 662 years). We must believe that he will keep his promise. Please include this statement on every copy distributed: By Colin S. Smith. The principle is this: Trust is essential for close personal relationships. Picture Seth, and Enosh, and Kenan, and Mahalalel, and Jared, and Enoch, and Methuselah, and young Lamech all gathering round the old man. Finally, By faith we understand that the ages [lit.] Hebrews 11 begins by telling us what faith is: Faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen (Heb 11:1). Two seemingly paradoxical things are true of faith: On the one hand, it is our responsibility to believe the gospel, because God commands us to believe (Mark 1:15). He will save all that come to Him in faith. Hebrews 11:6 "And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him" (NIV). The evidence of our eyes is against all of this. So what do we have when we stand back and look at these three men who lived before the flood? Just after I became pastor here, I had to take a stand on a matter that resulted in a lot of conflict. The Creator of heaven and earth; the sovereign Lord of the universe is your heavenly Father, and He is so intensely interested in you, so intimately involved in your life, that He would choose to walk with you! However, do we take faith as seriously as we ought? The second is (p. 249), a proving of (or conviction about) unseen things.. After the time of Noah and the flood, human lifespans come down rapidly to what we are used to today. 3 By faith we understand. You can't prove it in a laboratory. Isaac was old and blind. Robert Rayburn expresses this very directly: Think of what must be believed in order to become a Christian. Hebrews 11:13 By Faith. It is appointed for man to die once, and after that comes judgment (Heb 9:27). THE OLD Assembly's Catechism asks, "What is the chief end of man?" and its answer is, "To glorify God, and to enjoy him for ever." For example, God confronts our unbelief and sin. If you doubt the truth of Gods Word, including His promises for the future, you cannot trust Him and thus will be distant from Him. [Published with permission from Dr. Arnold Lastinger.] Both faith and works come from God. And Hebrews here makes this abundantly clear. 2. Those who kept their faith in the LORD in these awful times would live. The phrase is appropriate because this story is dark and tragic from beginning to end. This means that the Son is Creator, Sustainer, and Redeemer. They knew what death was because they had seen it in the animals, but when the first man died, all of the others knew this is what will happen to me! But as Paul explains (Rom. As Jonathan Edwards said as his final words, Trust in God and you need not fear (Jonathan Edwards: A New Biography, Iain Murray [Banner of Truth], p. 441). Paul reminds us in Romans that hope is not yet seen is not hope (Romans 8:24). Being unconditionally certain that it's true requires faith. What if they had been burned to death? The answer is, they would have died in faith and God would reward them abundantly throughout eternity in heaven. People who spoke against God. So how can you draw near to God? Results like these do not belong on the resume of a supreme being. Either way, it is Christ who will take us up, and we will be at home with Him. The writer of Hebrews is expanding what he previously taught in verse 6: The Popular Commentary by Paul E. Kretzmann - Hebrews 11:23-29. As we saw in chapter 10, Christs sacrifice on the cross is the only basis for forgiveness of sins. He speaks. For by it,'' that is, by faith, ''the elders obtained a good report. This ancient story may seem a long way from the realities of your life today. those who were Gentiles would have been taught these stories also as the Church made Scripture central to the faith. Abel found the righteousness that comes by faith. Pastor Colin Smith preached this sermon on the faith of Sarah from Hebrews 11:11-12 as part of the series "Living By Faith." About. So a life of faith means a life in which we base our whole hopes on Him and on His promises. If you look at the end of Luke 3, you will see that this is the line of descent into which Jesus Christ was born. And I will let you in on the secret of when it will happen: When your son dies, the judgment will come., Pink asks this question: What effect would such a revelation have on you? We have to believe it. Greear. The early chapters of Genesis chart the growth of sin in the world and its devastating effects. Scriptures: If you seek Him, you will find Him. Man looks on the outward and makes his judgments that way. You will not share personal information because you are afraid that the person will use it in a way that damages you. He believed so deeply and obeyed so completely and walked so intimately with God that it was natural for his entire family to do what he did. How true that is. This leads me to ask two questions: Do you have it? " This man is revered by over one-half the world's population. were prepared by the word of God, so that what is seen was not made out of things which are visible. This is the first of 19 uses of by faith in this chapter. The Bible calls Noah a preacher of righteousness but he didn't have much to show for his efforts. God will do whatever it takes to get us back. So, faith believes what God has revealed and trusts what God has promised. "By faith Isaac blessed Jacob and Esau, even regarding things to come.". But they must have had some faith. The minivan ran over a large chunk of metal that had broken off the back of a truck. To save items to a SermonFolder, please sign in to your account. Offering the lamb was a sign that Abel was trusting in Gods promise. Rather, his emphasis is more on the operation and outworking of justifying faith in the face of trials (John Owen, An Exposition of Hebrews [The National Foundation for Christian Education], VII:5, 7). Faith recognizes that God sometimes tests us (17a) A. Genesis 5 is a chapter of numbers and as every accountant knows, the numbers tell a story. If you would draw near to God, you must believethat he rewards those who seek Him (vs. 6). Put your faith in Jesus Christ! All the days of Seth were 912 years, and he died (Gen 5:8). One sees nothing, but the other man sees a distant steamer. In. When you walk, you see things you dont notice from a car. Enoch's story teaches us that death for the believer is not a traumatic event - though on earth it often seems traumatic. Joseph Parker says, The fifth chapter of Genesis is the beginning of that long series of characters in human history which are extremely uninteresting. They believed because he believed. 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