Faith evaluates the present in light of eternity giving us courage to trust. Having a firm conviction about things unseen would help us develop a perspective that would allow us to begin enjoying eternal life with God right now. If we could look beyond and discern God s activity in our world, we could start enjoying the eternal perspective of our lives. Try to imagine Moses enduring the hardships with the children of God because he was able to see him who is invisible. He was able to look beyond the riches of Egypt.
Faith sharpens our vision.
Abraham was able to look beyond his tents to a city whose builder and maker was God. As I sit here trying to develop this sermon it is Election 2000, November 7, 2000. I have already voted, but I realize, whether my vote is a wining or losing vote, that ultimately my life is in the hands of God. God will work his will in my life regardless of who is elected. Daniel believed this when he was taken to Nebuchadnezzar palace to be brainwashed.