On the Tuesday after Labor Day (September 6th), I took some time for some personal strategic planning (to learn more about what that entails, refer to my 2016 post “Strategic Planning for You”). As I considered my role as a father, God impressed on me that I needed to pour more intentionally into Cody and Tanner, so we started weekly devotions where we each share a verse for discussion. This week, we expanded our time to include Jennifer, Katy, and Evan as part of my birthday dinner celebration. For my verse, I focused on Enoch in Genesis 5:22-24.
Enoch’s life is summed up in just fifty-one words in the Old Testament! Yet the author of Hebrews singles him out as a man of great faith. In LifeGuide Bible Studies’ Heroes of Faith, Douglas Connelly points out how Hebrews 11:5 addresses Enoch as a “hero of faith.” What distinguished Enoch was that he “walked with God” (Genesis 5:24) and he “pleased God” (Hebrews 11:5). Wow, now that’s a great eulogy!
In fact, Enoch’s relationship with God was so close that his removal from earth to heaven didn’t interrupt a thing!
What would you ask Enoch if you could interview him today?
What desires does Enoch’s walk of faith prompt in you?
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