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August 8

Lesson 10 (KJV)

A Necessary Faith

Devotional Reading: Hebrews 11:32–40

Background Scripture: Hebrews 11; 13:1–19

Hebrews 11:1–8, 13–16

1 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.

2 For by it, the elders obtained a good report.

3 Through faith, we understand that the worlds were framed by the word of God so that things that are seen were not made of things that do appear.

4 By faith, Abel offered unto God a more excellent sacrifice than Cain, by which he obtained witness that he was righteous, God testifying of his gifts: and by it, he being dead yet speaketh.

5 By faith, Enoch was translated that he should not see death; and was not found, because God had translated him: for before his translation he had this testimony, that he pleased God.

6 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.

7 By faith Noah, being warned of God of things not seen as yet, moved with fear, prepared an ark to the saving of his house; by the which he condemned the world, and became heir of the righteousness which is by faith.

8 By faith Abraham, when he was called to go out into a place which he should after receive an inheritance, obeyed; and he went out, not knowing whither he went.

13 These all died in faith, not having received the promises, but having seen them afar off, and were persuaded of them, and embraced them, and confessed that they were strangers and pilgrims on the earth.

14 For they that say such things declare plainly that they seek a country.

15 And truly, if they had been mindful of that country from whence they came out, they might have had the opportunity to have returned.

16 But now they desire a better country, that is, a heavenly: wherefore God is not ashamed to be called their God: for he hath prepared for them a city.

Key Verse

Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.—Hebrews 11:1

Confident Hope

Unit 3: Faith Gives Us Hope

Lessons 10–13

Lesson Aims

After participating in this lesson, each learner will be able to:

1. State the definition of faith.

2. Explain the meaning and significance of the key verse.

3. List one change each in the categories of thought, behavior, and speech by which they will become more of a stranger to the world.

Lesson Outline

Introduction

A. The Power of Examples

B. Lesson Context

I. The Meaning of Faith (Hebrews 11:1–3)

A. Things Hoped For, Not Seen (vv. 1–2)

B. Things Created (v. 3)

II. Examples of Faith (Hebrews 11:4–8)

A. Abel (v. 4)

B. Enoch (vv. 5–6)

C. Noah (v. 7)

Hellfire and Brimstone

D. Abraham (v. 8)

III. The Goal of Faith (Hebrews 11:13–16)

A. Promises Far Off (v. 13)

B. A Country Not Visible (vv. 14–15)

C. A City God Prepares (v. 16)

Looking for the City

Conclusion

A. Imitators of the Faithful

B. Prayer

C. Thought to Remember

HOW TO SAY IT

Abel	Ay-buhl.
Cain	Cayn.
Enoch	E-nock.
Platonic	Pluh-ton-ik or Pleh-ton-ik.

What Do You Think? What’s the single most important lifestyle change you will make to obtain what is implied in Hebrews 11:2? Digging Deeper What positive impact should this have on unbelievers? On fellow believers?

What Do You Think? What habit can you adopt to ensure that your Christian legacy speaks for you after you die? Digging Deeper What is your reaction to the desire not to leave a legacy as expressed in the gospel song “Only Jesus”?

What Do You Think? What step can you take this week to “preach” the positive message of the Gospel that at the same time condemns “the world”? Digging Deeper Who are other characters in the Bible that you can look to as examples of condemning the world without speaking hatefully?

What Do You Think? Who can you recruit to be an accountability partner to help ensure both lives as “strangers and pilgrims” on earth? Digging Deeper How do John 3:16, 1 Peter 2:11–12, and 1 John 2:15 further challenge you in this regard?

Conclusion

A. Imitators of the Faithful

Paul wrote, “Be ye followers of me, even as I also am of Christ” (1 Corinthians 11:1). We sometimes undervalue the role of imitation in spiritual maturity. Perhaps you don’t feel confident enough to invite others to use your life as a model for their own discipleship. Wouldn’t it be arrogant to do so?

Paul didn’t see it that way, and neither did the other apostles (compare 1 Peter 5:3). All of us can think of others—ministers, Sunday school teachers, ordinary congregants—who were influential in teaching us and molding us in the life of faith. We, too, are called to live in such a way that we can add our names to the list of “the just [who] shall live by faith” (Hebrews 10:38).

What Do You Think? Which person noted in today’s text most inspires you to a lifestyle change? Why? Digging Deeper What role will prayer have in this change?

B. Prayer

Lord God, we come to You acknowledging our struggle to trust Your promises as to the distractions of life cause us to lose focus. Strengthen our faith so that we may follow You wherever You lead. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

C. Thought to Remember

The faithful look for God’s country.

Involvement Learning

Enhance your lesson with the KJV Bible Student (from your curriculum supplier) and the reproducible activity page (at www.standardlesson.com or in the back of the KJV Standard Lesson Commentary Deluxe Edition).

 Cotten, Christopher, Charles R. Boatman, et al. “A Necessary Faith.” The KJV Standard Lesson Commentary, 2020–2021. Ed. Ronald L. Nickelson, Jane Ann Kenney, and Margaret K. Williams. Vol. 68. Colorado Springs, CO: Standard Publishing, 2021. 423–424. Print.