Hebrews 11:2
For by it the people of old received God's commendation.
Hebrews 11:4
By faith Abel offered God a greater sacrifice than Cain, and through his faith he was commended as righteous, because God commended him for his offerings. And through his faith he still speaks, though he is dead.
Hebrews 11:39
And these all were commended for their faith, yet they did not receive what was promised.
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For by it the elders obtained a good report.
The elders
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The elders
Hebrews 11:4
By faith Abel offered God a greater sacrifice than Cain, and through his faith he was commended as righteous, because God commended him for his offerings. And through his faith he still speaks, though he is dead.
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Luke 5:39
No one after drinking old wine wants the new, for he says, 'The old is good enough.'"
Hebrews 11:39
And these all were commended for their faith, yet they did not receive what was promised.