Hebrews 11:8-22
Key Verse: But as it is, they desire a better country, that is, a heavenly one. Therefore God is not ashamed to be called their God, for he has prepared for them a city. Hebrews 11:16 Abraham: Read Genesis 12:1-9 and summarize God's call to Abraham. Now look carefully at verse 3. Why did God want to bless Abraham? Read Galatians 3:7-9. How did his blessing benefit us? How is he calling you to bless others by what you've received? Verse 8 says that when Abraham was called he didn't know where he was going? Have you ever experienced a calling from God where you didn't know where it would end up? Hebrews 11:9-10 contrast two types of dwellings. Where did Abraham live? Where did he want to live? Now read 2 Cor 4:16-5:8. How does Paul express the same desires as Abraham? What do Paul and Abraham focus on to help them walk by faith? Does that work for you? Read verse ...