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 distinct purpose did Christ have in giving Himself for the church?
How is sin defined?
Was the Sabbath designed to be a day for public worship?
How is this beast further described?
When are the saints to be like Jesus?
What title was given to the fourth state of the church?
11. Should we allow ourselves to be influenced by signs or wonders performed by those who would try to lead us away from God and His law?

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