The Faith of Abraham & Sarah - Hebrews 11:8-12

The Faith of Abraham & Sarah - Hebrews 11:8-12 Grace Community Church South Bay Pastor/Teacher: Dr. Kevin Zuber In this sermon, Dr. Kevin Zuber explores the faith of Abraham and Sarah as presented in Hebrews 11:8-12. He emphasizes that a life of faith is not about being detached from the world, but rather living with an eternal perspective that informs our earthly actions. Dr. Zuber introduces three key planes of faith that believers should inhabit simultaneously: Faith for Today (9:49-14:30): Faith begins with God's call and is demonstrated through immediate obedience. Like Abraham, who left his home not knowing his destination, believers are called to trust God's word in their daily lives, even when the future is unseen. Faith for a Lifetime (27:26-34:44): Faith is a lifelong journey of living as an "alien" in this world. Abraham lived in tents, illustrating that believers are permanent residents of a heavenly kingdom but temporary dwellers on Earth, waiting for the promises of God to be fulfilled. Faith for Eternity (34:45-44:15): The ultimate object of faith is the city whose architect and builder is God. This eternal perspective helps believers navigate life with wisdom, contrasting with the "rich fool" in Luke 12*who prioritized worldly wealth over spiritual reality. Key Takeaways: Obedience is essential: Faith without follow-through is mere profession (19:35-20:20). Balance of perspectives: Christians are called to be both heavenly minded and of earthly good (14:37-14:44). Trust in God's timing: Using the example of Sarah, who conceived in her old age, Dr. Zuber explains that God often waits until human ability is exhausted so that His power is clearly manifested (47:43-49:40). The sermon concludes with the challenge to live out these three planes of faith—today, throughout our lives, and in view of eternity—all at the same time (52:17-52:47). Originally aired June 14, 2026