Category: hebrews

The Letter to the Hebrews is from an unnamed author. It was probably sent to Jewish Christians. It renews hope in Jesus Christ as the long-awaited Messiah. He came to be our sacrificial offering to atone for our sins. He is now our priest. And in the fullness of time, he will also be our king. Continue reading “Hebrews”

The author provides moral instructions. Be a good citizen of your faith group. Hold to solid teachings. Glorify God by evangelizing outsiders. [UPDATED] Continue reading “Hebrews chapter 13”

We are to focus our gaze on Jesus Christ. Things are not as bad as they seem. Seize opportunities for spiritual growth. Live like a child of God. [UPDATED] Continue reading “Hebrews chapter 12”

Faith is being sure of what we hope for. Faith is pleasing to God. The Old Testament heroes lived by faith. [UPDATED] Continue reading “Hebrews chapter 11”

The sacrifice of Jesus Christ took place only once. And it was for all people. You should be fully assured in your faith. And do not sin. [UPDATED] Continue reading “Hebrews chapter 10”

In the Old Covenant, righteousness was based on making religious sacrifices. But in the New Covenant, it is based on the one-time sacrifice of Jesus Christ. [UPDATED] Continue reading “Hebrews chapter 9”

The main point is that Jesus Christ is the new Priest of the heavenly sanctuary. And he is the new Covenant. Thanks to him, all will know the LORD. [UPDATED] Continue reading “Hebrews chapter 8”

Abraham encountered the mysterious Melchizedek and gave him 10% of what he had. The priesthood of Jesus Christ stems from Melchizedek but is far superior. [UPDATED] Continue reading “Hebrews chapter 7”

We need to grow into an active ministry to other people. Can we lose our eternal salvation? God’s promises are certain. [UPDATED] Continue reading “Hebrews chapter 6”

ErJesus Christ is our great High Priest. We need to grow out of our spiritual infancy into an active ministry to other people. [UPDATED] Continue reading “Hebrews chapter 5”