What did the patriarchs show us about living by faith?
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The patriarchs demonstrated that living by faith means trusting God's promises and being willing to act on that trust, even in difficult circumstances.
The patriarchs exemplified a profound trust and obedience to God, illustrating that living by faith often involves significant trials and tests. For example, Abraham's willingness to sacrifice Isaac shows a complete trust in God's plan, believing that even if he followed through with the sacrifice, God could raise Isaac from the dead (Hebrews 11:17-19). This radical obedience stemmed from their assurance in God's character and promises. They all viewed themselves as temporary residents on earth, longing for the heavenly city promised by God (Hebrews 11:13-16). Their lives remind Christians today that true faith involves looking beyond immediate circumstances to the eternal promises of God, demonstrating that faith leads to action, obedience, and a commitment to God's will above personal desires.
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