Introduction
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.”
- 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.