John 8:56
"Your father Abraham rejoiced that he should see my day; and he saw it and was glad."
Hebrews 11:13
These all died in faith, not having yet received the promises; nay, but they saw them from afar, and hailed them, and confessed that they were strangers and pilgrims on the earth.
Matthew 13:17
"In solemn truth I tell you that many prophets and holy men have seen it not, and to hear what you are hearing, and have not heard it.
John 8:39
"Abraham is our father," they answered. "If you are indeed Abraham's children," said Jesus "do the deeds of Abraham.
Luke 2:28-30
he took him up in his arms and blessed God and said,
Luke 10:24
"For I tell you that many prophets and kings have longed to see what you see, and have seen it; and to hear what you hear, and have heard it not.'
John 8:37
"I know you are Abraham's descendants; but you are seeking to kill me, Because my teaching has no place in you.
Galatians 3:7-9
Notice then that the true sons of Abraham are children of faith.
Hebrews 11:39
Yet, though these all had witness borne to them by their faith, they received not the promise;
1 Peter 1:10-12
Concerning this salvation the Prophets who prophesied regarding the grace intended for you, diligently sought and searched.