Hebrews 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him. 7 By faith Noah, being warned of God of things not seen as yet, moved with fear, prepared an ark to the saving of his house; by the which he condemned the world, and became heir of the righteousness which is by faith.
The reason why the study is being presented in such a graphic manner, is to bring to the forefront of our minds the fact that it is critically important to have, and develop a deep, abiding relationship with Christ for it will be very difficult for persons to get up one morning, and shed all their dependence on systems that they’ve become accustomed to, without their faith being rooted and grounded in Christ.
When God directed Elijah to shed his dependence on all manmade systems, he was already rooted and grounded in God so that the transition did not cause him worry or concern. Just so, those who choose to live by faith can live within manmade systems, until such time, like as it was with Elijah, God will instruct them to desist.
Every new day, with its slate of opportunities, and experiences, is to be viewed as a stepping stone in drawing closer to God, and living by faith in Him. In fact, adverse circumstances are to be understood as preparation for the big one, which will undoubtedly shake earth’s inhabitants to their core.
Haggai 2:6 For thus saith the Lord of hosts; Yet once, it is a little while, and I will shake the heavens, and the earth, and the sea, and the dry land; 7 And I will shake all nations, and the desire of all nations shall come: and I will fill this house with glory, saith the Lord of hosts.
May God add His blessing to the study of His word. “Good night” and God bless!