They did not receive the things promised; they only saw them and welcomed them from a distance.— Hebrews 11:13
Thought Of The Day...
Hebrews 11 gives us a glance in the Bible’s rearview mirror. The faithful witnesses mentioned in this chapter lived long ago, even before Jesus came. And they had this in common: they all lived by faith in God’s promises. And before they died and were taken to live with the Lord, “They did not receive the things promised; they only saw them and welcomed them from a distance.”
“Seeing from a distance” is how we can describe the sights, sounds, and scenes in the book of Revelation. Revelation 11 closes with a scene in which all heaven rejoices and gives thanks to God because “the kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of his Messiah.” It is a powerful picture of God reigning on earth as in heaven. And the promise is that “he will reign for ever and ever.” Hallelujah!
With eyes of faith, we can see this “from a distance.” Close-up in the world around us, though, we often see terrible things such as cancer, COVID-19, poverty, racism, violence, addiction, and death. And there are times when these appalling things make us weep. At such times, faith is the Holy Spirit’s muscle that enables us to see “from a distance.”
Faith also welcomes the future of God’s full kingdom today. Faith has this power because it is “confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.”
Prayer...
Gracious and loving Father in heaven, we come before you today with humble hearts, praising your holy name. Your kingdom is our desire, and we long for your will to be done here on earth, just as it is in heaven.
We are inspired by the faith of our ancestors, who, like the heroes mentioned in Hebrews 11, believed and trusted in you without seeing the fulfillment of your promises. Help us to have that same unwavering faith, knowing that your plans for us are good, and your timing is perfect.
As we go through our daily lives, may we be your vessels of love, grace, and mercy. May we bring your light into the darkness, and may your kingdom be manifested through our actions and words.
Guide us as we seek to do your will, and may we have the strength and courage to follow where you lead us. Help us to surrender our own desires and plans to your perfect will.
May your kingdom come and your will be done in our lives, our families, our communities, and our world. We trust in your power and sovereignty, and we give you all the glory and honor.
In the name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.
Thought Of The Day...
Hebrews 11 gives us a glance in the Bible’s rearview mirror. The faithful witnesses mentioned in this chapter lived long ago, even before Jesus came. And they had this in common: they all lived by faith in God’s promises. And before they died and were taken to live with the Lord, “They did not receive the things promised; they only saw them and welcomed them from a distance.”
“Seeing from a distance” is how we can describe the sights, sounds, and scenes in the book of Revelation. Revelation 11 closes with a scene in which all heaven rejoices and gives thanks to God because “the kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of his Messiah.” It is a powerful picture of God reigning on earth as in heaven. And the promise is that “he will reign for ever and ever.” Hallelujah!
With eyes of faith, we can see this “from a distance.” Close-up in the world around us, though, we often see terrible things such as cancer, COVID-19, poverty, racism, violence, addiction, and death. And there are times when these appalling things make us weep. At such times, faith is the Holy Spirit’s muscle that enables us to see “from a distance.”
Faith also welcomes the future of God’s full kingdom today. Faith has this power because it is “confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.”
Prayer...
Gracious and loving Father in heaven, we come before you today with humble hearts, praising your holy name. Your kingdom is our desire, and we long for your will to be done here on earth, just as it is in heaven.
We are inspired by the faith of our ancestors, who, like the heroes mentioned in Hebrews 11, believed and trusted in you without seeing the fulfillment of your promises. Help us to have that same unwavering faith, knowing that your plans for us are good, and your timing is perfect.
As we go through our daily lives, may we be your vessels of love, grace, and mercy. May we bring your light into the darkness, and may your kingdom be manifested through our actions and words.
Guide us as we seek to do your will, and may we have the strength and courage to follow where you lead us. Help us to surrender our own desires and plans to your perfect will.
May your kingdom come and your will be done in our lives, our families, our communities, and our world. We trust in your power and sovereignty, and we give you all the glory and honor.
In the name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.
They did not receive the things promised; they only saw them and welcomed them from a distance.— Hebrews 11:13
Thought Of The Day...
Hebrews 11 gives us a glance in the Bible’s rearview mirror. The faithful witnesses mentioned in this chapter lived long ago, even before Jesus came. And they had this in common: they all lived by faith in God’s promises. And before they died and were taken to live with the Lord, “They did not receive the things promised; they only saw them and welcomed them from a distance.”
“Seeing from a distance” is how we can describe the sights, sounds, and scenes in the book of Revelation. Revelation 11 closes with a scene in which all heaven rejoices and gives thanks to God because “the kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of his Messiah.” It is a powerful picture of God reigning on earth as in heaven. And the promise is that “he will reign for ever and ever.” Hallelujah!
With eyes of faith, we can see this “from a distance.” Close-up in the world around us, though, we often see terrible things such as cancer, COVID-19, poverty, racism, violence, addiction, and death. And there are times when these appalling things make us weep. At such times, faith is the Holy Spirit’s muscle that enables us to see “from a distance.”
Faith also welcomes the future of God’s full kingdom today. Faith has this power because it is “confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.”
Prayer...
Gracious and loving Father in heaven, we come before you today with humble hearts, praising your holy name. Your kingdom is our desire, and we long for your will to be done here on earth, just as it is in heaven.
We are inspired by the faith of our ancestors, who, like the heroes mentioned in Hebrews 11, believed and trusted in you without seeing the fulfillment of your promises. Help us to have that same unwavering faith, knowing that your plans for us are good, and your timing is perfect.
As we go through our daily lives, may we be your vessels of love, grace, and mercy. May we bring your light into the darkness, and may your kingdom be manifested through our actions and words.
Guide us as we seek to do your will, and may we have the strength and courage to follow where you lead us. Help us to surrender our own desires and plans to your perfect will.
May your kingdom come and your will be done in our lives, our families, our communities, and our world. We trust in your power and sovereignty, and we give you all the glory and honor.
In the name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.
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