Abraham’s Pilgrimage of Faith

In this message we will begin to consider Abraham, who exemplifies the faith of
which Hebrews 11 is speaking. Our focus will be on Abraham obeying God’s call to live as a
pilgrim in light of the promise of a heavenly homeland.

This text issues a powerful call to each of us to live as sojourners in this
world.

Noah: Faith That Works (Hard!)

This week’s sermon will focus around the faith of Noah. In contrast to Enoch who was able to escape this wicked world, Noah saw the full measure of the sinfulness of humanity and the judgment of God which results. Most people know something about the story of Noah, but few have fully grasped its central meaning.

Enoch And The Faith That Pleases God

Hebrews 11:5-6: By faith Enoch was taken up so that he would not see death; and he was not found because God took him up; for he obtained the witness that before his being taken up he was pleasing to God. And without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is and that He is a rewarder of those who seek Him.

Overruled for Good

Psalm 94:8-11: Pay heed, you senseless among the people; and when will you understand, stupid ones? He who planted the ear, does He not hear? He who formed the eye, does He not see? He who chastens the nations, will He not rebuke, even He who teaches man knowledge? The LORD knows the thoughts of man, that they are a mere breath.

Abel’s Faith Speaks

Hebrews 11:4: By faith Abel offered to God a better sacrifice than Cain, through which he obtained the testimony that he was righteous, God testifying about his gifts, and through faith, though he is dead, he still speaks.