Enoch

 By faith Enoch was taken from this life so that he did not experience death: “He could not be found, because God had taken him away.” For before he was taken, he was commended as one who pleased God.    Hebrews 11:5

Marvellously and mysteriously, God took Enoch.

Enoch was a faithful man who walked closely with the Lord and never experienced earthly death. We’re given few details of Enoch’s life, yet we know he pleased God because of his faith and constant fellowship with Him.

A loving friend longed to hear from God but admitted she never read the Bible. God gave us Scripture so we can know Him. He speaks to us through His Word. My friend was encouraged to begin reading the Bible daily. Once she determined to do so, her faith began flourishing. Her light shines even more brightly in the lives of others because she is spending time with God.

Faith comes by hearing the word of God. When we immerse ourselves in His Word and purposefully fellowship with Him, we too can be people of faith! Reading, memorising, writing out Scripture, and hearing God’s Word being spoken and taught will lead us to become people of faith. Faith in God is what pleases Him.

We cannot perfectly mould and plan our lives, but we can choose to believe God. We can choose to walk daily and have perpetual communication with Him.

Heavenly Father, Your Word shows us those who pleased You were imperfect, yet they were people of faith. May we be people of faith who please You. We crave Your nearness, Father. Thank You, God, that You are with us just as You were with Enoch. In Jesus' name, Amen

You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed on you!     Isaiah 26.3