4 By faith Abel offered to God a more excellent sacrifice than Cain, through which he obtained witness that he was righteous, God testifying of his gifts; and through it he being dead still speaks. 5 By faith Enoch was taken away so that he did not see death, “and was not found, because God had taken him”; for before he was taken he had this testimony, that he pleased God. 6 But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him.
Hebrews 11:4-6
Q & A：
- Discuss the outcome of trying to approach God based on our own strength, good works and deeds as likened to Cain in contrast to Abel’s offering to God. How should we approach God so that He is pleased, with acknowledgement of Jesus’ ultimate sacrifice and redemption for us? (Heb 11:4-6; Heb 4:16; Eph 1:6-7)
- Who do you say Jesus is to you? Discuss what conviction you have to say that He is the living God or who you say He is through your faith journey or your personal relationship with God. (Matt 16:13-16; Heb 11:6)
- How is God relevant to our daily living and how should we pray for God to help in our needs with different aspects of our lives, particularly in dealing with loneliness, searching for the right marriage partner, strengthening or restoring relationships, dealing with anxiety, stress or healing. (Heb 10:24-25; Gen 2:18; Ecc 4:9-11; 1 Pet 5:7)