It has been said that there are at least two sure things in our existence: death and taxes. Apparently, Enoch did not get the memo. The Bible tells us that Enoch did not die:
”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. And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him.”—Hebrews 11:5-6
While I am not sure I will get to Enoch’s level, his story does give me hope. The hope is in the part that “anyone who comes to [God] must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him.” It is like that part is a whole different memo. The message is that if we hold on to the faith that God gives us and seek God earnestly, God will certainly reward us.
Each person receives the reward that is exactly right for them as an individual. Enoch received his reward — translation. I will receive my own reward. You will receive your own reward. God is a rewarder of those who earnestly seek him. Keep the faith! Your reward is sure! Did you get the memo?
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