Facing your Hebrews 12.2-3; 12-13. Facing your Future We turn to the Bible for our index on the future. In Christ, you can face your future with faith.

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Facing your Hebrews ; 12-13

Facing your Future We turn to the Bible for our index on the future. In Christ, you can face your future with faith. Jeremiah 33.3; Romans 4.18; Philippians

The theme of what scripture reveals is to ‘press on’. 1.Your future sees the possibilities A. Faith can envision the finished product before the work ever begins. B. What is the joy that is set before you?

C. What kind of dream do you need? A God-given dream for your life Realistic dreams A dream large enough to require faith “Expect great things from God. Attempt great things for God.” - William Carey

2.Your future pushes through the pain A. Jesus endured the cross and its shame. B. Jesus scorned the shame of the cross. (vv.5-13) C. Take the word can’t out of your vocabulary.

3.Your future perseveres for the prize A. Jesus sat down, and finished the work as our Great High Priest. Hebrews B. God’s right hand speaks of His power and the intercession of Jesus. C. The believer’s crown.

Facing your Hebrews ; 12-13