In this sermon from Hebrews 11:20-22, Pastor Ryan Skolrud explores the faith of Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph as they faced the end of their lives. Learn how these patriarchs blessed the next generation by looking forward in faith to God's promises, even when they wouldn't be fulfilled in their lifetime. Discover how their faith points us directly to Jesus, our true and final hope.
Key Takeaways:
- Faith is forward-looking, trusting in God's future promises rather than our present circumstances.
- Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph all blessed their children concerning things to come, demonstrating their belief in God's plan for the future.
- Joseph's command to carry his bones out of Egypt was a profound act of faith, showing his confidence in God's promise to give Israel the land of Canaan.
- These patriarchs saw the promises from a distance and greeted them, knowing that their ultimate hope was not in an earthly land, but in a heavenly one.
- True faith is not about receiving everything God promises in this life, but trusting that He is faithful to fulfill His word.
- Like the patriarchs, we are called to live as foreigners and exiles on earth, with our ultimate hope set on the city whose architect and builder is God.
Scripture References:
- Hebrews 11:20-22
- Genesis 27 (Isaac blesses Jacob and Esau)
- Genesis 48 (Jacob blesses Ephraim and Manasseh)
- Genesis 50:24-25 (Joseph's command concerning his bones)
- Exodus 13:19 (Moses fulfills Joseph's request)
- Joshua 24:32 (Joseph's bones are finally buried)
- Hebrews 11:13-16 (Living as foreigners and exiles)
Link to sermon notes:
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