Cain farmed the soil while Abel raised livestock. It is their faith that gets them out of bed in the morning and lets them enjoy the memories of their children rather than be haunted by their memories of them. To walk with God is to live in a constant, conscious enjoyment of the presence of God. Muller had no savings accounts and he refused to make the needs of the ministry known, even to potential donors. Instead we find complexity, and diversity not only between religious communities but within it as well." It is about the faith and that faith must be in Jesus. There is much we don't know that we wish we knew. Let's read the text ( Hebrews 11:1-3 ): Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. It is the relationship you have with Jesus. i. The Power of Faith will help you strengthen your confidence in God's promises. (Hebrews 11:1-3) God spoke the universe into existence. If you want to get some place fast, get in a car. You are currently impersonating {{userSessionData.email}}. Single men, take notice. This was Gods provision for multiplying the human population in its earliest generations. We think it's easy to believe and easy to keep believing, but it's not - not for most of us. As we saw last week, there is a type of faith that does not endure trials and temptations. If you would draw near to God, you must believe that He is who He says He is. Enoch knew that the judgment of God was coming soon. The order is crucial: first the man, then the offering. The Bible calls Noah a preacher of righteousness but he didn't have much to show for his efforts. 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). I need a pure heart. There is a third principle for close relationships: Truth must be expressed in love. Prepare meaningful sermons and worship events with our sermons, illustrations, quotes, humor, commentary, powerpoint, children's sermons and bulletins. For by it the elders obtained a good testimony. That's the power of a godly leader. But He always relates to us in love. Free shipping on books, Bibles, gifts, VBS, and church supplies of $50 or more. We can't see the soul in heaven. Walking with God is the greatest pleasure. 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." Search. For them it was all about the faith. But this first one goes back to Genesis 1, to the biblical account of creation. July 29, 2012. Abel had been killed, but that was before Seth or any of his descendants were born. Will you live it? But when you believe in His Word about salvation, you gain understanding about the origins of the ages that makes everything in history fall into place. No one ever comes back from the other world to tell us of how things are there. Whoever would draw near to God! So it is. Ditto for Cain. It is the doorway through which we enter the presence of the Lord Jesus Christ. Whatever we may say about the two offering of Cain and Abel, the real difference was in the heart. We have to believe it all on the strength of God's promise. Think about this: Walking with God! That is the greatest privilege possible. Hebrews now refers to creation itself. While we should never be needlessly offensive toward people, our focus should not be on pleasing people, but on pleasing God, who examines our hearts (1 Thess. Fortunately, Karl experienced real faith before he went home to be with Jesus. 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. Why is the doctrine of creation by Gods word crucial for knowing Him and for the Christian life. Both faith and works come from God. He speaks of straining forward toward what lies ahead (Phil 3:13). Please include this statement on every copy distributed: By Colin S. Smith. He began walking with God after the birth of his son Methuselah. The word of God here does not refer to His written word, but to His spoken word. What is the reward? Some of the things that God says are not easy to accept. (2) Faith enabled people in the past to overcome. It is important to define or give substance to such an abstract noun as faith. God has made Himself known in the Scriptures, and If you want to walk with Him, you must believe what He says about Himself. We don't trust our government officials, we don't trust our bosses, we don't trust our neighbors, we don't trust our doctors, we don't trust our pastors. Husbands, observe this carefully. For 120 years he preached the truth and called the society around him to repentance. And only God can give me what I need. In Hebrews 10:39 he says to the congregation, "You are those who are of faith. NOTES FOR SERMON ON HEBREWS 11:23-28 Part 2 (See Part 1) Vance Havner summed up Hebrews 11:24-29 Faith chooses the imperishable (He 11:24, 25, 26) Faith sees the invisible (He 11:27) Faith does the impossible (He 11:28, 29) Warren Wiersbe - True Bible faith is confident obedience to God's Word in spite of circumstances and consequences. We don't even trust God. Any exceptions to the above must be approved by Unlocking the Bible, 1-866-865-6253. Faith enables us to see the unseen world that the natural man cannot see. On the other hand, to deceive someone under the guise of love is to deny truth. You become a father, or a mother, and you find yourself saying, God has given me this wonderful gift and if I am to raise this child in this ungodly world, I need strength. The lifespans of these generations are about ten times as long as our lives today. The story of Enoch is told back in Genesis 5, where God records the generations from Adam to Noah, whose story we will look at next week. What is the age difference between Cain and Abel? Any date. His faith made real in the present the future promises of God. 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. So, here is a young man who suddenly finds himself in a place where he knows that he needs the help of God. By Faith - Sermon on Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-12 Leave a reply Last week we discovered that God's vision in creation is to be with us. Faith taken seriously makes a difference in our world and changes the way we live. Walking isnt easy when the wind is against you. It's what we believe about the things that matter most. Enoch got through his early years without too much trouble. 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. God is the reward of those who seek Him. v. 24. He is not focusing on the aspect of justification by faith, as Paul does in Romans 3. Walking with God is not just for Enoch. Ultimately, this will undermine the relationship, because it erodes trust. He was taken up into heaven (Acts 1:11). Back then, there were only eight true believers in the whole world. He managed to save his own family - and no one else. Other Scriptures Referenced: Acts 17, John 20. . There is, of course, overlap between the objective and subjective senses of these words. And that's why we've got to take it seriously. What else could compare with this? We've heard and read that in the Bible's creation story innumerable times. So in developing the theme of enduring faith, our authors first point is that faith is the means of realizing spiritual reality. And it is Gods approval that counts, since He is the judge of the living and the dead! God had brought them through these hard times which included the loss of their property and being made homeless. For example, God confronts our unbelief and sin. If you would draw near to God, you must believethat he rewards those who seek Him (vs. 6). And in the light of that Enoch walked with God. There is clearly a reference here to God revealing His name to Moses. Comments >>. But if you will starve the flesh and feed your faith, it will grow. Delivered on Sabbath Morning, December 14, 1856, by the REV. Yet a lot of people feel that way? 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. Since the day that Enoch began to know God, he must have been thoroughly enthralled at God's goodness to reward him. The author refers to them, although not by name, in 11:34 (quenched the power of fire). For by it,'' that is, by faith, ''the elders obtained a good report. You have to factor in eternity. It also makes all of creation His. The story comes from Genesis 27. Hebrews, Chapter 11, and Verse 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). Therefore, now is a good time to tackle the subject of faith. Colin Smith; Our History & Mission; Our Team; Statement of Faith; Media & Radio Inquiries; After telling us about Enoch who walked with God, Hebrews says, Whoever would draw near to God.. 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). Creation is dependent upon the Son for its maintenance. 3:16-18) oozes with faith in the unseen God: O Nebuchadnezzar, we do not need to give you an answer concerning this matter. Without faith it is impossible to please Him (11:6). Hebrews 1:1-3 tells us that Gods agent in creation was the Son. He knew that he had to be ready to meet with God. Impossible Without Faith: Hebrews 11:17-40. He's Where the Joy Is by Tara-Leigh Cobble, Black Church Leadership & Family Conference. Each story fills out the picture. Adam and Eve disobeyed a single command in the Garden. This leads me to ask two questions: Do you have it? Knowing the U nknowable. C. H. Spurgeon at the Music Hall, Royal Surrey Gardens. It seems that the responsibility of being a father caused Enoch to feel that he needed God in a way that he had not felt before. 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). For the believer in Jesus, death is a transition from this life to the next. Justification by faith is one of the central doctrines of the Christian faith. 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. I know you believe in Christ." This is the kinda (expletive) you'd expect from an office temp with a bad attitude.". And for all of us, men and women alike, take heart from Noah's example. Theres more here than believing there is a God. Faith is unconditional trust in the promises of God. He wants them to become imitators of those who through faith and patience inherit the promises (6:12). For more information, see ourPrivacy Policy. It has to change the way we live. Navigating the challenges and joys of ministry life. 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. God always looks to the heart first and foremost. Sometimes it involves leaning into the wind. Faith was about my belief in God. Our calling is to seek Him. He trusted in God. " It is your Father's good pleasure to give you the kingdom ." There is abundant evidence that an incredibly intelligent Designer created everything, especially human life. In November of 1994, Scott and Janet Willis, along with their six children, were traveling in their minivan from their home on the south side of Chicago to Milwaukee on Interstate 94. Log In Create an Account. Truth is the basis for trust. The world often ridicules or despises the person who lives by faith. And I want to make two observations from them: i. Adam was still living when Enoch was born. Saving faith comes as Gods gift, not as a human effort (Eph. The phrase is appropriate because this story is dark and tragic from beginning to end. He offered a first-born lamb from the flock. The reward of seeking God is finding Him. Enosh lived 905 years (Gen 5:11). All the ultimate answers of life lie in that kingdom. It is essential for every believer to understand the nature of enduring faith. Abel trusted in God and offered the best that he had; Cain lacked faith and apparently just went through the motions. It is appointed for man to die once, and after that comes judgment (Heb 9:27). If you do not come to Him in faith as your Savior, you will stand before Him in terror as your Judge! Then he adds, "That's a lot to believe." For George Carlin, the comedian, religion and God weren't high on his list. You will seek me and find me, when you seek me with all your heart (Jer 29:13). 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). Enoch walked with God, and he was not, for God took him (Gen 5:24). Your family. In just four brief verses (Genesis 5:21-24), we have his entire life history. 2:10; James 2:14-26). Isaac's blessing of Jacob and Esau shows faith in God's promises, even when circumstances seem to contradict those promises (11:20). If you would draw near to God, you must believe that he exists (vs. 6). We assume it is by Abraham's faith, his belief in God, that "he obeyed and set out for a place , not knowing where he was going.". "It's the faith, Brother." Adam lived to see his great, great, great, great, great, great, grandchildren. Hebrews 11:1 has always been a difficult verse for me to get a handle on. That's what Tim Russert said to Jon Meacham when he invited him to appear on Meet the Press to debate noted atheist Christopher Hitchens. 2. As John Stott remarked, death is a "trivial episode" to the believer. Dont go looking for a God of your own imagination. Since Gods promises are given in specific contexts, how can we know which of them apply to us now? So faith is the means of realizing spiritual reality and of gaining Gods approval. a. 2Indeed, by faith our ancestors received approval. They become futile in their speculations, their foolish hearts are darkened, and professing to be wise, they become fools. 48:51. Since God created all things from nothing, then everything owes its existence to God who spoke creation into existence. Taken seriously, makes a difference, changes the way we live. 2:8-9). He had just warned in Hebrews 10:38 Now the just shall live by faith; But if anyone draws back, My soul has no pleasure in him. He quotes Habakkuk 2:4 which is also quoted by Paul and James. And by the time of Noah we read, The Lord saw that the wickedness of man was great in the earth, and that every intention of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually (Gen 6:5). Ten generations are recorded. This runs through the whole chapter with one exception. 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Enoch was surrounded by people who had no place for God. And if you add up all the numbers, you find that Enoch was taken up to heaven after 987 years. Romans 10:17. Even though he was a devout Catholic (a fact he never tried to hide), Russert as moderator couldn't take sides so he wanted Meacham to take up the cause. Matter is not eternal. Please see below for details. Faith comes down to us as a gift from God. Man looks on the outward and makes his judgments that way. By Faith (Sermons on Hebrews 11) Hardcover - May 1, 2000 by Thomas Manton (Author) 10 ratings See all formats and editions Kindle $2.99 Read with Our Free App Hardcover from $28.50 2 Used from $28.99 1 New from $28.50 Paperback $19.99 1 New from $19.99 In our day, Abraham is held in high esteem by Jews, Muslims and Christians. Although I am not an example of great faith, I can share a personal example. This ancient story may seem a long way from the realities of your life today. 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. The difficulty of the verse lies in the meaning of the words translated (NASB) as assurance (being certain of, NIV) and (NASB) conviction (certain, NIV). He trusted in God. Abel had faith; Cain did not. Why is it important to affirm that faith is not a work that gains Gods merit? By faith, Moses saw through the world with its fleeting pleasures and treasures. Check reviews on By Faith Sermons on Hebrews 11 from Reformers Bookshop: Endorsement'As an expositor of Scripture I regard Manton with unmingled admiration. When Meacham wrote about Russert's invitation, and the phrase, "It's the faith, Brother," he drew this conclusion: "In that brief chat the many sides of Russert were on display: he was cajoling and charming, playing it straight, pushing others to be braver and bolder, all in the service of creating an interesting conversation about the things that matter most.". a. That's a good statement any way you look at it, and it gains new poignancy after the sudden death of Tim Russert. 2 For by it the men of old gained approval. Ecclesiastes 3:11 says that God has put eternity inside every human heart. Results like these do not belong on the resume of a supreme being. Since the two halves of 11:1 seem to be parallel, conviction (Greek, elenchos) would need to be taken in an objective sense, also, as proof of things one cannot see (ibid., VII:586). 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. Faith A Sermon . Martin Luther " Do not be afraid, little flock ," Jesus tells us in today's gospel reading ( Luke 12:32-40 ). Unless otherwise noted, all Scripture Quotations are from the New American Standard Bible, Updated Edition The Lockman Foundation, Steve served as the pastor of Flagstaff Christian Fellowship from May, 1992 through his retirement in December, 2018. Faith recognizes that God sometimes tests us (17a) A. 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). Faith proves to us the fact that the things we presently cannot seeGod, angels, demons, heaven, hellare very much true and real. In other words, faith applies the reality of Gods promises and the unseen world to life in the present, visible world. If it be so, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the furnace of blazing fire; and He will deliver us out of your hand, O king. So a life of faith means a life in which we base our whole hopes on Him and on His promises. This is for us today. 1. That would conflict with the entire teaching of the New Testament, that faith is simply the channel through which Gods blessings flow. Dont hope in your good works, because all the good works in the world can never erase the debt of sin that you owe. Now faith is the substance: Just as our physical eyesight is the sense that gives us evidence of the material world, faith is the "sense" that gives us evidence of the invisible, spiritual world. Are we a nation "under God" can we really say, "In God We Trust"? 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. Please open your Bible at Hebrews 11 as we continue our series, Living by Faith. Rick Ezell is the pastor of First Baptist Greer, South Carolina. Its no good saying, If God wants me He can make himself known to me. 12:2). A Matter of Faith: My Sermon on Hebrews 11 Faith is a living, busy, active, mighty thing. To save items to a SermonFolder, please sign in to your account. Perhaps that's what happened to Enoch. His faith saved his entire family. Certainly Cain represents all those people in the world who believe they can make up their own religion. Today we look at the 11th chapter of Hebrews which is often known as the faith chapter. In it are many examples of people who remained faithful to the LORD under the most difficult and impossible of situations. We learn from them that: The story of Cain and Abel, recorded in Genesis 4, is a tale that is so well known that many people who never read the Bible know that Cain killed Abel. By their choice, sin and the sinful nature entered the human race. 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. But, I have since pondered his question many times and I have sought to answer it. Ed, Issue 46, Winter 2023. Enoch was given a prophetic glimpse of the day when our Lord Jesus Christ will come with His holy angels. We couldn't. 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. Faith says, "I believe God. Joseph Parker says, The fifth chapter of Genesis is the beginning of that long series of characters in human history which are extremely uninteresting. We read this story and we wonder, How can this be? That means more than that heaven is a place of great happiness. Paul says, I press on (Phil 3:12). As we saw last week, there is a type of faith that does not endure trials and temptations. He will establish the truth, right every wrong, and bring the whole world to justice. The author does not want us to have a temporary, flimsy faith that shrinks back to destruction. Their answer (Dan. Amos asks, Can two walk together unless they are agreed? The writer of Hebrews is expanding what he previously taught in verse 6: Abel knew that a life must be laid down because God had revealed it, back in the garden of Eden when He made garments of skins to clothe Adam and Eve. He saw thousands of specific answers to prayer, which he carefully recorded and later published. Any known sin in your life has been confessed and forgiven. " This man is revered by over one-half the world's population. Abel found the righteousness that comes by faith. Nothing is impossible with God. Cain brought an offering from his crops while Abel brought a sacrifice of the best of his herd. Sermon: Living By Faith in God - Hebrews 11. For by it the men of old gained approval. The clear implication is that the approval comes from God, as the rest of the chapter shows (11:4, 5, 6, 39). Enoch was the seventh of these 10 generations from Adam to Noah. So many of us have filled our hearts with the junk food of the world. The early chapters of Genesis chart the growth of sin in the world and its devastating effects. He literally gave away all of his money and possessions and, by faith, founded an orphanage in Bristol, England. The worlds first baby became the worlds first murderer. 3 By faith we understand that the universe was formed at God's command, so that what is seen was not made out of what was visible. It gains Gods approval. The evidence of our eyes is against all of this. The seed sown on the rocky ground sprang up quickly, but it also quickly withered and died when trials hit. Robert Rayburn expresses this very directly: Think of what must be believed in order to become a Christian. It has to make a difference. Last week we looked at Abel and saw from his story that faith listens to God. Pew Forum director Luis Lugo says, "You no longer have an alignment of affiliation, belief and behavior. Understanding these principlestrust is essential for close personal relationships; truth is the basis for trust; and, truth must be expressed in love, which means, seeking the highest good of the other personshows why faith (trust) is at the heart of a relationship with God. It is a central doctrine of both the Hebrews and Christians that God created the universe out of nothing (ex nihilo). You are at peace in the presence of God, because you have nothing to hide from Him. These verses are not so much a definition of faith but they show us the attributes of faith. 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