Hebrews 11:40 · KJV

"God having provided some better thing for us, that they without us should not be made perfect."

King James Version

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Passage Context

³⁸(Of whom the world was not worthy:) they wandered in deserts, and in mountains, and in dens and caves of the earth.

³⁹And these all, having obtained a good report through faith, received not the promise:

⁴⁰God having provided some better thing for us, that they without us should not be made perfect.

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Reflection Questions

How does understanding God's plan for you affect your faith?

What does it mean for you to be part of a larger story?

When have you felt connected to believers from the past?

Life Application

community

Recognize the importance of being part of a faith community that spans generations.

faith

Consider how God's promises apply to your life today and in the future.

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