The Pilgrim Concept

From The Sword & Trowel 2014, issue 1 by Dr Peter Masters

Benefit of Experience (2)
   

 Another benefit that engages our attention in Hebrews 11.13 is the fact that our pilgrimage is a very well proven journey.

The phrase – ‘These all died in faith’ – extends from the first generation of people on earth to the twenty-first century. Billions of saved people have taken this journey before us, and have proved the Lord.

We see the picture set out in the Scriptures. Here are the histories of those who have proved him through mighty deliverances.

They were vindicated and blessed, finishing their journey in triumph and happiness. So have a great throng down the rolling centuries since.

How moving it is to read the biographical accounts of the people of faith, and the famous proclaimers, who adorn history! The encouragements and lessons are innumerable.

This is a well-trafficked and well-proven journey, and we are not by any means the pioneers.