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Hebrews 11:18

Verse 18 of 40. The 11th of 13 chapters in Hebrews, in The General Letters.

14For those who say such things make it clear that they are seeking a country of their own.

15If indeed they had been thinking of that country from which they went out, they would have had enough time to return.

16But now they desire a better country, that is, a heavenly one. Therefore God is not ashamed of them, to be called their God, for he has prepared a city for them.

17By faith, Abraham, being tested, offered up Isaac. Yes, he who had gladly received the promises was offering up his only born son,

18to whom it was said, “Your offspring will be accounted as from Isaac,”

19concluding that God is able to raise up even from the dead. Figuratively speaking, he also did receive him back from the dead.

20By faith Isaac blessed Jacob and Esau, even concerning things to come.

21By faith Jacob, when he was dying, blessed each of the sons of Joseph, and worshiped, leaning on the top of his staff.

22By faith Joseph, when his end was near, made mention of the departure of the children of Israel, and gave instructions concerning his bones.

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