November 22 | Daily Devotion | Noah, An Example To Us | Zac Poonen

Zac PoonenNovember 21, 202414mWatch on YouTube

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Summary

God tests believers in small areas of life to prepare them for greater trials, requiring them to prioritize God over worldly acceptance or loss. Noah serves as an example of faith, drawing a clear line between the world and God's truth by building the ark, an act that condemned the world. This requires believers, especially parents, to live visibly according to God's values, demonstrating that God is primary in all aspects of life.

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Does God test us in small things?God uses minor daily provocations and losses, like job or popularity loss for being a Christian, to prepare us for the future and test our devotion.

Turning to Noah in Hebrews 11Noah was warned by God about unseen things coming and responded with reverence to build the ark that would save his family.Hebrews 11:7

How did Noah condemn the world?Noah's act of faith drew a clear dividing line between the evil of the unbelieving world and the rightness of those who believe God.

Is there a sharp line in your life?Believers, parents, and students must examine whether a clear line separates their values, speech, and conduct from the worldly culture around them.

Noah's responsibility for his familyNoah took full responsibility to ensure his grown children and their families were not lost, guiding them away from a perishing world.

The contrast with LotUnlike Noah, Lot lived for money in Sodom, which meant his sons-in-law mocked him and rejected his warning when judgment came.

Noah's actions proved he really believedNoah invested his time, early mornings, and personal money into building the ark, showing people he truly believed God's warning.

Living an ordinary life with a higher goalWhile Noah worked to earn a living, eat, and care for his family like anyone else, his underlying life was completely governed by God's goal.

Avoiding nominal ChristianityTrue faith is not just going to church for a few hours on Sunday while living for the exact same worldly values Monday through Saturday.

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