Reformed (Presbyterian) Lens Commentary: Hebrews 11:1-3

## Reformed (Presbyterian) Lens Reading of Hebrews 11:1-3

### Tradition-Specific Interpretation

We read Hebrews 11:1-3 as a profound declaration of faith's role within the overarching narrative of God's covenantal dealings with His people. This passage is a testament to the assurance and conviction we receive through faith, anchored in God's sovereign plan of redemption. Faith, as understood here, is not a subjective feeling but a gift of sovereign grace, linking believers to the historical and future realities of God's promises, culminating in Christ. This passage situates faith within redemptive history, affirming that through faith, we comprehend the creation and its divine purpose in Christ, the mediator of the New Covenant.

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