True Faith And The Fear Of God In These Times (Hebrews 11:7) - Ian Robson
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Summary
The central message is that true faith is not merely believing in God's existence or expecting miracles, but rather believing that God is who He says He is—the 'I Am'—and that He is in control of every circumstance. This profound trust allows believers to remain at rest and not be thrown into unrest by worldly events or misunderstandings. The speaker contrasts this deep faith with superficial interpretations, such as the prosperity gospel.
Outline
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What is true faith according to Hebrews 11?By faith Noah prepared an ark and became an heir of righteousness, rooted in the definition of faith given in Hebrews 11 as the assurance of things hoped for.Hebrews 11:7
Rejecting the Aladdin-lamp prosperity gospelMany charismatic and Pentecostal preachers promote a deceptive view of faith like Aladdin's lamp, where prayer is used to demand material things rather than trusting God's sovereign control.
Living at rest through the assurance that God isWhen we believe that God is the I Am who permits every circumstance in our lives, we remain at rest and free from anxiety.
How do we get this kind of faith?Faith comes by hearing the word concerning Christ, allowing believers to live by the faith of the Son of God who trusted the Father completely.Romans 10:17
Fixing our eyes on Jesus, the author of faithWe do not look to Abraham for faith but must be directly connected to Jesus, the author and perfecter of faith, to obey God's commandments.Hebrews 12:2
Noah's faith and the reverence of GodNoah was warned by God about unseen things and, in reverence and the fear of God, prepared an ark for the salvation of his family.
Examining our hearts for the fear of GodWe determine our level of the fear of God by examining what speaks in our hearts at night—whether it is transgression or the Holy Spirit.Romans 3:18
The godly testimony of Job and AbrahamScripture honors men like Job and Abraham who were blameless, upright, and proved their fear of God by obeying Him completely.
God's book of remembrance for those who fear HimMalachi records that God writes a special book of remembrance for those who fear the Lord, esteem His name, and are counted as His treasured possessions.
Warning against routine religion and hypocrisyGod condemns those whose reverence consists only of outward routine or tradition while their hearts are far from Him, treating His word like a pleasant song.Isaiah 29:10
Serving God with reverence as a consuming fireSince God is going to shake the heavens and the earth, we must offer acceptable service with reverence and awe because our God is a consuming fire.Hebrews 12:26–29
The security and blessings of the man who fears GodThose who fear God need fear nothing else, for He becomes their sanctuary, hides them in the day of trouble, and answers their prayers.
The Corinthians' godly sorrow leading to repentanceLike the church in Corinth that responded to strong instruction with godly sorrow, we must let God's word lead us to genuine repentance and a renewed reverence for Him.2 Corinthians 7:9–11
