Introduction

  • Genesis 29:18-20

Hebrews 11

  • Hebrews 11:1-6
  • Hebrews 11:7 – Noah’s faith in God caused him to build the ark.
  • Hebrews 11:8-10 – Abraham had faith enough to move. See Genesis 12:1. It didn’t matter where God was leading him on earth. He was looking forward to heaven.
  • Hebrews 11:13-16
  • Choosing what to focus on is a life-changing strategy.

Paul in prison.

  • Philippians 4:10-13 – Paul had learned to be content.
  • Philippians 4:8 – Dwell on the good things!
  • “Sometimes it just depends on us.”

"Sometimes it just depends on us."

  • Philippians 1:3-5, 12-14 – Paul was constantly thinking about spiritual things.
  • The example of Joni Tada.

You see what you’re looking for.

  • James 1:2 – This is a deliberate decision.
  • Hebrews 12:2-3 – Jesus endured the cross because of the joy set before Him.
  • If I’m looking for something positive, I’ll find it.