Known as the “Hall of Faith,” Hebrews 11 reminds us of men and women throughout Old Testament history who walked with God in faith. In particular, the chapter speaks of their faith being evident in what these heroes did on the basis of what they believed. Their actions demonstrated their faith.
Abraham is one of the more prominent examples in this list of heroes. On God’s command, he set out in search of a land God had already prepared for him. In fact, the passage tells us that he set out not even knowing where the land was. Apparently, only when he arrived in the place God had promised would he know he was there—which meant that his journey was a step-by-step, turn-by-turn, mile-by-mile walk of faith. Each foot in front of the other required leaning on God.
Actually, this is what faith is. It is not walking on our own path and then asking God to bless our direction. It is not recklessly marching forward without first seeking God. Nor is it cowering in fear when God says, “Go.” No, faith is keeping our eyes on Christ, trusting a perfect God to keep His Word, and following Him every step of the way.
Tips for Teaching This Week’s Session of The Gospel Project for Adults
Every week for Volume 4: From Captivity to the Wilderness, Ken Braddy, Lifeway’s director of Sunday School, will offer guidance to help leaders prepare to lead and teach each session of The Gospel Project for Adults.
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Tips for Teaching This Week’s Session of The Gospel Project for Students
Every week, student ministry leaders offer guidance to help leaders prepare to lead and teach each session of The Gospel Project for Students. Listen in as he shares:
- The main point of the session
- Any challenges and opportunities for additional discussion that may arise during this session
- Encouragements for leaders
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A Final Reminder
Don’t forget, you can find tools to help you prepare and lead the discussion in the Additional Resources for this volume. We hope these are a blessing to you as you walk through this session together.
*This week’s leader devotional is written by Chuck Lawless. It is adapted from the daily devotions for Unit 31, Session 4 from The Gospel Project for Adults’ Daily Discipleship Guide.
