Title: Living by Faith: Confidence in God's Promises
This sermon explores the concept of faith as presented in Hebrews 11, emphasizing that faith is not merely belief, but a lived response to God's promises. The preacher explains that faith is grounded in God's past actions and gives us confidence for the future. True faith involves action, perseverance, and trust in God's ultimate reward, even when immediate circumstances are challenging.
Key Points:
- Faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see
- Faith is a response to an unseen God and His promises
- Faith is lived out through actions and obedience
- Faith is for all kinds of situations, both extraordinary and ordinary
- Faith can have a variety of outcomes, not always immediate success
- Faith is not easy and often involves living with paradoxes
- Faith recognizes that this world is not our ultimate home
- Faith is rewarded by God, though the full reward may come in eternity
Scripture Reference:
- Hebrews 11 (primary focus)
- Hebrews 10:35-39 (introductory context)
