Why did not these ancient worthies receive the promise?

Answer

"And these all, having obtained a good report through faith, received not the promise: God having provided
some better thing for us, that they without us should not be made perfect." Heb. 11: 39,40.

What call was made to come out of Babylon?
In connection with what historical event was the old covenant made?
What did the apostles say to the idolaters at Lystra?
14. What does the \"psalm for the Sabbath day\" suggest as proper acts and themes for thought and meditation on the Sabbath?
Who gives men the power to get wealth?
Would God have His people unite in these combinations?
What definite period is mentioned under this trumpet?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle