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How do we know that Abel's sacrifice was accepted by God?

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Abel's sacrifice was accepted because it was made by faith, as attested in Hebrews 11:4.

The acceptance of Abel's sacrifice can be understood as God bearing witness to Abel's righteousness through his offering. Hebrews 11:4 explicitly states that 'by faith, Abel offered to God a more excellent sacrifice than Cain.' This is crucial because it emphasizes that God did not only accept the gift, but also the giver based on the faith that underpinned the offering. Abel's faith led to a recognition of God's holiness and the necessity of blood sacrifice, which foreshadows Christ’s ultimate sacrifice. In contrast, Cain's reliance on his works displayed a fundamental misunderstanding of how to approach God appropriately.
Scripture References: Hebrews 11:4

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