Written by Paul J Bucknell on February, 11, 2023
Hebrews 11:6 The Pursuit of God with Study Questions
“And without faith it is impossible to please him, for whoever draws near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him” (Hebrews 11:6 NASB)
The following meditations and quotes directly flow from Hebrews 11:6. These quotes help expand our understanding of how rich and deep God’s Word is as well as challenge us in one or more areas of our lives. In this case, we are taught how fearful it is to drift from God and how awesome it is to pursue and find God.
Quotes and Meditations on Hebrews 11:6
- Faith is an awareness of God’s presence, compelling an inspection of one’s words, thoughts, and actions in light of God’s desires.
- Like the life-bearing season of spring, faith inspires us for God’s purposes.
- The absence of faith speaks of one’s ignorance or dishonor toward God.
- Religiosity is unacceptable because our purpose is to be aware of God’s presence and draw near to God spiritually.
- Belief in God’s existence must be coupled with God’s desire to bring us into His presence to mutually enjoy one another’s presence.
- Genuine faith has not fully matured as long as one’s fear keeps the distance between God and man.
Summary
Our level of faith defines our Christian maturity as it describes our understanding of God and our desire to be near Him. Those who grow in faith are gripped by God's desire to bless them graciously. God is approachable because goodness ensues those who seek Him. Sin, with its cheap lusts, is much more easily discardable once our faith can see the delights of God and His goodness.
Hebrews 11:6 Study Questions on The Pursuit of God
1. Provide at least three definitions of faith.
2. Why is faith necessary to please God?
3. What are the two things necessary to draw near to God? Do you have them?
4. What does it mean that something is rewarding?
5. Why do many Christian believers not pursue God but other things for significance? Explain.
6. Trace your Christian life and highlight significant times of your Christian growth and weak times in your Christian life. How do these times relate to your faith in God?
