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The Witness of Faith

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     By Faith- 5 TITLE: The Witness of Faith TEXT: Hebrews 11:7; Genesis 6:13-22 THESIS: Noah's testimony is a significant illustration of the characteristics of saving faith, showing that true faith is reflected in the believer's actions. These qualities include preparation for judgment, perseverance in the face of ridicule, protection from God, proclamation of righteousness, and praise to God.   TRUTH: The first part of Hebrews 11 focused on faith and the things unseen (vv. 1-7). It now concludes with the example of Noah. Like Abel, Noah was a righteous man (Genesis 6:9; 7:1). He walked with God (Gen. 6:9), as did Enoch. What is singled out here is that when God warned Noah about things not yet seen , he responded obediently to God’s word and began to make practical preparations for the day when that word would come true. Noah, then, is the first of the attested witnesses whose faith meant taking God at His word, a faith that is clearly ...
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Faith Walks with God

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         By Faith- 4   TITLE: Faith Walks with God. TEXT: Hebrews 11:5-6 THESIS: Enoch's life exemplifies unwavering faith and dedication to God, serving as a powerful model for believers to navigate moral decay through a personal relationship with God, active trust in His promises, and the courageous proclamation of truth.   TRUTH : Faith holds profound significance in the narrative of Hebrews 11, serving as a cornerstone for understanding the lives of those who have come before us. Among these exemplars of faith, Enoch stands out as a unique figure whose life provides a remarkable model for contemporary believers. His unwavering relationship with God demonstrates not only the power of faith but also illustrates what it means to walk closely with the Creator. Just as a child might grasp a parent’s hand, finding safety and guidance in their presence, Enoch’s journey reflects an intimate connection with God that transforms and s...
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        TITLE: The Sincerity of Faith and the Tragedy of Unbelief. TEXT: Heb. 11:4; Gen. 4:1-16 THESIS: Despite God’s warning against sin, Cain, a tiller of the ground, murdered his brother, Abel, a shepherd of the sheep, because his brother’s offering was accepted and his was not; he denied responsibility for the crime, and he protested the severity of the punishment, prompting God to protect him.   TRUTH: In the broader canonical context, the subject matter of Genesis 4 is the spread of sin from the family to society. The Fall not only affected husband and wife but also brothers and, ultimately, society at large. Cain was a man in rebellion against his brother and against his God; he did not submit to God, nor care for his brother, but destroyed him instead. For what? For the sincerity of his worship.   The story is basically about Cain, though it also concerns Abel and the Lord as the principal characters. Cain and Abel p...
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From Anticipation to Fulfillment

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    By Faith- 2   TITLE: From Anticipation to Fulfillment TEXT: Hebrews 11:39-40 THESIS: The faith of the OT saints, while deeply rooted in the promises of God, ultimately pointed toward the coming Messiah, Jesus Christ, whose death, burial, and resurrection fulfilled those promises and established the foundation for our own salvation and resurrection, highlighting the unity of God’s redemptive plan throughout history.   TRUTH:   We are gathered this morning to celebrate the resurrection of the Jewish Messiah, our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He is God who came in the flesh and bore the sins of many. His incarnation was miraculous, His earthly ministry impeccable, His death brutal, His burial brief, and His resurrection glorious. Today, we proclaim, “Christ has indeed risen from the dead, and He reigns forevermore.” He is here with us now, ready to bless and receive our worship.   His resurrection is the cornerstone of th...
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