A genuine faith in God lives before God. We must live in a way that recognizes God with us. Faith is trusting God, depending upon God, believing God, seeking God, conversing with God, sharing with God, and enjoying fellowship with God. It seeks His approval in all matters. It responds to His chastening. It allows us the chance to live in prayer and devotion before God so that we might receive what we hope for—what we desire most—life forever with Him.

For further consideration: Do you actively remind yourself of the promises God has made to you and a member of His family and as a participant in the new covenant? How does remembering the promises of God affect the way you live your life? Are you feeling at home in this world, or do you desire the kingdom of Christ more than anything else? What things did Moses do that demonstrated faith? How did his actions reveal the worth of God? In what way can you actively demonstrate the worth of God in your life? Does Rahab’s inclusion in this list surprise you? What does this tell us about God’s character towards sinners who put their trust in Him? What does it mean to have a future-looking faith? How do those who suffered for their faith encourage you to endure in yours?