Our Resolute Hope Podcast

Hebrews 11 Conversations on Faith 13: Moses (Part 1)

Money, power, reputation – Moses had it all.  But when God showed him who he really was, he turned from it, choosing rather to identify with his brothers in slavery.

Hebrews 11 Conversations on Faith 12: Powerless People?

Moses’ ministry began not with him but with a gathering of faithful saints.  Midwives, parents, and sister – all powerless slaves in Egypt’s eyes – laid well his foundation of faith.  And they showed that, with God, no one is every really powerless.

Hebrews 11 Conversations on Faith 11: Joseph

A life filled with rejection, hardship, and suffering.  But despite this, Joseph persevered in his faith.  Even when God allowed him to become rich and powerful, Joseph remained steadfast, his eyes riveted on God and His promises.

 

Hebrews 11 Conversations on Faith 10: Jacob

Calculating.  Conniving.  Scoundrel.  Jacob certainly started out rough on his journey of faith.  But his life ended well, showing that hard lessons learned the hard way still bear fruit for Father’s kingdom.

Hebrews 11 Conversations on Faith 9: Isaac’s Blessing

Quiet.  Steady.  Resolute.  These words describe the life-long faith of Isaac  And because of this, he was able to trust His God despite watching his personal wishes for his two sons get completely derailed.

Hebrews 11 Conversations on Faith 8: Sacrifice of Isaac

Abraham’s journey of faith culminated in his willing obedience to lay down that which was most dear to him – his only son Isaac.  God’s promise had found its home in Abraham, and it led to rich reliance on God’s trustworthiness and power to do what He had said.

Hebrews 11 Conversations on Faith 7: Sarah

Sarah’s faith was most evident when she trusted God for something that seemed impossible:  conception in a barren womb.  And when His promise became reality, her faith so blossomed that became the spiritual mother of all who trust Christ by faith.

Hebrews 11 Conversations on Faith 6 Abraham (Part 2)

Faith in God doesn’t always yield immediate results.  Though His promises are sure, sometimes we must be willing to walk away from all we know and wait steadfastly for God to fulfill all He has promised.

Hebrews 11 Conversations on Faith 5: Abraham (Part 1)

Effective faith requires assurance ( a settled confidence) and conviction (an inner certainty), both of which Abraham had.  Believing God, he put feet to his faith and followed the Lord to Canaan.

Hebrews 11 Conversations on Faith 4 : Noah (Part 2)

Patience, endurance, and steadfast devotion to God.  All are hallmarks of Noah’s faith, by which he condemned the world and safeguarded the line of Messiah.