The Hall of Faith

This world tends to reward things like gifting, good looks, glitter and glamour. The Lord, on the other hand, prizes pursuit, pilgrimage and ponderousness in the things of God. So, while modern societies have set up Halls of Fame, we find that the Bible has its own ‘Hall of Faith’ which is displayed in Hebrews 11. When we study it, we realize that faith and good works go hand in hand. People produced favourable outcomes, in partnership with God, through faith. Here are some of my personal faith favourites … by faith:

• Enoch walked on and on and on in God


• Enoch was whisked away by God


• Abraham set out journeying in God


• Abraham looked for an eternal city


• Jacob blessed his sons on his deathbed


• Joseph spread like a fruitful vine


• Joshua and Caleb stood in strength


• Ruth crafted a beautiful future


• David walloped Goliath


• David worshipped in spirit and truth


• Abigail found favour with David


• Daniel opened his windows and prayed


• Weakness was turned to strength


• Saints found dignity even when destitute


• Many have obtained God’s approval


• We can find friendship with God