Faith That Hopes Beyond

Faith That Hopes Beyond

Introduction: "Religion" of Bible is based on faith

Text: Heb 11:13-16

I – ENDURANCE OF FAITH THROUGH TRIALS

• All mentioned in chapter 11 already died without receiving Promise.
• "Faith" doesn't inoculate one against suffering, it helps one to endure it.
• Don't settle for earthly rewards, look to Heaven, be an alien on earth.

II – THE AIM OF FAITH

• Abraham had one possession in Promised Land - a cave to bury Sarah
• Be of heavenly faith, not earthly faith

III - THE REWARD OF FAITH

• God identifies with His people - calls them co-workers
• Christ calls believers his brothers (Hebrews 2:11)
• Manifestation of this identification: glorious eternal city

Conclusion:
Faith is TOUGH and RESILIENT, it grips distant promises as real and convicting.
Serve not with eye on man, but with goal of God's rewards