Lesson 15: Hebrews 11:1
Hebrews 11:1
The Blueprint — The Verse
Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.
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The Context — The History
The letter to the Hebrews was written to Jewish Christians facing persecution and tempted to abandon their confession. The author draws on Old Testament heroes to show that faith has always meant trusting God's promises before seeing their fulfillment.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
Hebrews 10 warns against shrinking back and encourages perseverance. Chapter 11 opens the famous 'hall of faith,' defining faith before recounting how Abel, Enoch, Noah, and others lived by trust in God's word.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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Hebrews 11:2
2This is what the ancients were commended for.
Read the verse immediately after this lesson (Hebrews 11:2) to continue the passage.
Discussion
- How is biblical faith different from blind optimism?
- What are you hoping for that you cannot yet see?
- Who in Hebrews 11 inspires your confidence in God?