The Works of Faith, 5: Authenticating Faith

THE WORKS OF FAITH, 5: AUTHENTICATING FAITH
TEXT: Hebrews 11:17-19

SUMMARY: This passage (vv. 8-19, the entire section on Abraham) proclaims the power of faith from the call of Abraham, "the father of the faithful," all the way to the kingdom of heaven, where the elect will enjoy their final rest.

I. THE PROMISE OF FAITH, vv. 8-12.
II. THE PILGRIMAGE OF FAITH, vv. 13-16.
III. THE PROOF OF FAITH, vv. 17-19.
A. Faith Accepted: Abraham's Justification by Faith, Romans 4:18-22.
B. Faith Perfected: Abraham's Justification by Works, James 2:21-26.
C. Faith Inspected: Abraham's Justification by Divine Approval.