In the book of Hebrews it reads now Faith Is the substance of things hoped for the evidence of things not seen. It reads about the Elders obtaining a good report because they had faith in the True and Living God. Because of their faith, them believing God bless their households so he continues to bless after they are dead and gone. Looking at Abraham and the promises God made to him. God called Abraham friend because he believed God with all of his heart and with everything he had and God is still blessing the promise he made to him.