Ephesus

was a one-of-a-kind city, and I had the opportunity a few years ago to travel there.

That's my picture.

Come on, somebody.

I took that.

I'm going to be honest with you.

Most of the trip, I was confused because they would take us to these modern day places.

almost

Well, good morning.

Who's excited to be at church today? I'm so glad you're here, every campus, every location.

So excited to be bringing the word.

I mean, it's day 15 of 21 days of prayer.

Is anybody tired other than me? Is anybody hungry? Well, you're supposed to be because we're supposed to be fasting.

Y'all making me do this by myself.

it.

You don't wanna miss it.

[cheering]

I'm telling you, I love this place.

I hope you never get tired of spending time in God's house, of- of being around the people of God.

I've already been so encouraged this morning, uh, just talking to different people and- and being encouraged in the Lord.

And, uh, I- I'm so excited for the word that God has for us this morning.

We're continuing in the series we've entitled By Faith, and it's directly out of Hebrews chapter 11, the Faith Hall of Fame.

I want you to go ahead and be turning your Bibles there.

Yes.