Pleasing God

Our highest aim in life should be that of “pleasing God.” How do we do this? The answer is by FAITH. Read carefully Hebrews 11:6, “And without FAITH it is impossible to please Him, for whoever would draw near to God must BELIEVE that He exists and that He rewards those who seek Him.” Faith is more than intellectual consent that God exists. It is truly believing in God, trusting him fully and then obeying his commands. Note both words “faith” and “believe” occur in our passage, one being a noun the other verb. What does FAITH do? How does BELIEVING act? FAITH is a lifestyle. “But my righteous one shall live by FAITH, and if he shrinks back, my soul has no pleasure in him” (Heb. 10:38). Both Enoch and Noah “walked with God’ (Genesis 5:24; 6:29). A way of life. FAITH obeys God. It is impossible to claim…