Isaiah 19-21; Hebrews 11

Hebrews 11
Temporary Housing
This portion of scripture is one of the most impressive declarations of those who have walked ‘by faith’ under circumstances that are beyond our compression. These were everyday people who have shown us again the truth about God’s love and provision. These ‘heroes of faith’ only received a partial fulfillment of what God had promised and these elders maintained their faith that God would do what He said. Because of their close relationship with God, they would not feel at home in earthly surroundings. They looked for something better.
“All these people were still living by faith when they died. They did not receive the things promised; they only saw them and welcomed them from a distance. They admitted that they were aliens and strangers on earth.” Hebrews 11:13
You may have heard the statement that some Christians are “so heavenly minded, they are no earthly good.” Although meant to be a rebuke or accusation against the believer, I am not so sure if it is a huge compliment. Oh, to be even more heavenly minded and prayerfully determined!
Consider the words of this hymn with me; “This world is not my home I'm just passing through. My treasures are laid up somewhere beyond the blue. The angels beckon me from Heaven's open door and I can't feel at home in this world anymore.”
What a gentle reminder that we are foreigners in this world and not to hold on so tightly those things that are so very temporary. Let us pour our energy into areas that have eternal purposes and grab hold of the legacy shared by others to “walk by faith and not by sight.” Let us believe and pray for those wayward children to return to the Lord and that deliverance will happen to those who have been in bondage! Let us hold fast to the truth, that salvation is for all who call on His name.
God is not done and we are His people who walk by faith!

“And without faith it is impossible to please God because anyone who comes to Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek him.” Hebrews 11:6

Be Blessed,
Pastor Kim

Next Reading: Isaiah 22-24; Hebrews 12