Introduction* Genesis 29:18-20

Hebrews 11* Hebrews 11:1-6 * Hebrews 11:7 – Noah’s faith in God caused him to build the ark. * Hebrews 11:8-10 – Abraham had faith enough to move. See Genesis 12:1. It didn’t matter where God was leading him on earth. He was looking forward to heaven. * Hebrews 11:13-16 * Choosing what to focus on is a life-changing strategy.

Paul in prison.* Philippians 4:10-13 – Paul had learned to be content. * Philippians 4:8 – Dwell on the good things! * “Sometimes it just depends on us.”

• Philippians 1:3-5, 12-14 – Paul was constantly thinking about spiritual things.
• The example of Joni Tada.

You see what you’re looking for.* James 1:2 – This is a deliberate decision. * Hebrews 12:2-3 – Jesus endured the cross because of the joy set before Him. * If I’m looking for something positive, I’ll find it.