Faith II

Preview: “Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” (Hebrews 11:1.) True faith in God can be one of the hardest things to give, but the rewards of our belief are far beyond our comprehension. “But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.” (Hebrews 11:6.)


Scripture Reading: Hebrews 11:1-26.

Memory Verse: Hebrews 11:6.

1. What is faith? Hebrews 11:1, II Corinthians 4:18.
2. What is the importance of faith in our lives? Hebrews 11:6, Mark 16:16.
3. What is essential in accepting God’s gift of salvation? Ephesians 2:8, Romans 10:9-10.
4. How is faith obtained? Romans 10:17.
Note: “Some men close their Bibles and pray for faith. They should open their Bibles and permit God to give them faith as they meditate upon His word.” (Alva G. Huffer, Systematic Theology; The Restitution Herald, Oregon, Ill., 1961, p. 348.)
5. In whom are we required to trust for the future? II Corinthians 5:7, Joshua 3:11-17.
6. What are some of the benefits of believing in God? Isaiah 26:3-4, Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 23:4-6.
7. In what other area of life is faith effective? James 5:14-16.
8. What can we really expect God to do with our prayers if we abide in Him? John 15:4-9 I John 5:14-15.
9. What are some examples of acts of great faith? Hebrews 11:7, Hebrews 11:17-18, Hebrews 11:22.
10. What will be the ultimate reward for our faith? Job 19:25-26, I John 3:1-3, Hebrews 11:9-10.

Other Lessons* in this series:

Faith I
Faith II
Faith III

*Lessons in a series may not necessarily be in the same category.