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.

How did Christ suggest that His disciples follow His example in teaching gospel truth?
What effect did Christ's answers have upon the people?
For what purpose did Christ say He would come again?
When John the Baptist was asked if he were Elijah, what did he say?
What encouragement does Jesus give us to meet cheerfully the troubles and trials of life?
What is Jesus able to do?
To whom is the gospel the power of God unto salvation?

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