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 statement of the redeemed shows that they will remember God's creative power?
What was to he inflicted upon one of the heads of this beast?
When the church had received help from the state to this extent, what more did she demand?
By what name are those composing the family in heaven commonly known to us?
What encouragement does Jesus give us to meet cheerfully the troubles and trials of life?
Why does Christ desire this growth in His followers?
Who will walk in the light of the city?

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