Adult Bible Study: Hebrews Lesson 27

Adult Bible Study: Hebrews Lesson 27

Hebrews Lesson 27

Learn: Hebews 11:1-3, 6

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 which are seen were not made of things which do appear. 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.

Read: Hebrews 11:1-16

  1. The word FAITH is used in a variety of ways in the New Testament. How is “faith” used in each of the following Scriptures? 
    1. Galatians 5:22
    2. I Corinthians 12:8, 9
    3. Jude 3
    4. II Corinthians 5: 5, 6, 7
    5. I Timothy 1:12
    6. Hebrews 11:6
    7. Ephesians 6:16
    8. The object of our faith = JESUS
    9. The requirement of salvation = BELIEVE

NOTE: From the above descriptions we see that the biblical meaning of “faith” is not always easily understood. We see then that Hebrews 11, “the faith chapter” is very important to our understanding.

  1. What two words in verse 1 are used to define “faith“?

Note: The Greek word that translates into the King James version “substance” is the word hupostasis, a word referring to that which “stands under” –like a foundation.                                                                                                Hocking, D. (2007). The messiah of Israel. Tustin, CA: HFT Publications,

  1. So “faith” is our _________________________ of the things we hope for.

NOTE: the English word “evidence” comes from the Greek word elechos which refers to “proof” of the “means of Proof” that convinces or refutes what is believed.                                                                                              Hocking, D. (2007). The messiah of Israel. Tustin, CA: HFT Publications,

  1. How did the elders gain a good report or testimony in the sight of God?  vv 1, 2
  2. How is it that we are able to believe the truth of how the worlds came to be?  v 3
  3. What is the method by which the worlds were framed by God?   v 3
  4. List and record other Scripture that you can use to verify how the worlds came to be
  5. What will true faith bring about in a person’s life? v 4
  6. In verse 4 two brothers,  Cain and Abel, are compared by the gifts that they brought to God. What is the difference in the two?
  7. The story of Cain and Abel is found in Genesis 4. Use Jude 4, 5, 11 and I John 3:12 to further explain the difference between the faith of Abel and his brother Cain.
  8. According to verse 5, what is the aim of faith?
  9. What was Enoch’s reward for his faith?  v 5 b
  10. Before his translation what did Enoch’s life show to those around him?  v 5 c
  11. What is a similar event described in I Thessalonians 4:16, 17?
  12. What is an impossibility? v 6 a 
  13. How is faith described in verse 6 b?
  14. Noah is listed as a man of faith. What three things does Genesis 6: 9 point out that reveal Noah’s faith?
  15. Because of Noah’s faith he found________________ _______  _________  ____________  ______  ________  ___________________. Genesis 6:8 
  16. God showed grace to Noah as God planned to destroy the whole world for its wickedness. How did God show that grace to Noah? v 7a
  17. Why did Noah need faith to believe God’s warning?   v 7b
  18. What did Noah’s faith include as he followed God’s instruction?   v 7c
  19. What influence did Noah’s faith and obedience to God have upon his world?  v 7d
  20. Who was Noah wanting to please and whose opinions did he not care about?   v 7
  21. How did Noah’s faith, resulting in obedience impact his righteousness before God?   v 7
  22. Of the three men of faith studied in this passage, what lessons can you take for yourself to help you grow in faith?
  23. How does Proverbs 3:5, 6 apply to this lesson?