Scripture Reading
Hebrews 11:8-10
I am convinced that the best way to understand our relationship with God is the image of a journey. This journey begins at different places and times for each of us but ends at the throne of God in heaven.
Hebrews 11 is the faith chapter in which the writer of Hebrews begins with a definition of faith and gives countless Old Testament examples of true faith in action. Today's scripture reminds us agin of the faith of Abraham to begin his journey with God. Abraham was obedient to God's call on his life even though Abraham did not know how things were going to turn out. Abraham had faith. He knew that regardless of the Promised Land or God making a great nation out of his descendants that he was called to something bigger and better...a journey with God!
Is God calling you to do something for him today? It may be simply being an example to someone or God may be calling you to encourage someone you know who is having a difficult time. God could be calling some of you into full-time Christian service fo some kind. The challenge for each one of us is to be obedient to God's calling, whatever it may be and wherever it is. Answer his call and join him on your faith journey. Your journey will take many twists and turns but if we keep our eyes set on the celestial city ahead of us we will one day arrive safely.
Hebrews 11:1 "Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see."
Prayer: Heavenly Father, You are the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. You are the God of Faith because without faith it is impossible to please you. Give me the boldness to step out on my journey with you even if I don't know where that journey will take me. Amen.
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