Hebrews: Some Final Exhortations (13:1-19)
As Hebrews nears the end, the author provides a number of final exhortations. These are very practical guidelines for life as believers.
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Hebrews: Warning and Encouragement (12:14-29)
As Hebrews draws close to the end, the author continues to offer warnings to those who doubt and encouragement to remain faithful.
Remember Me with Favor – Nehemiah 13:31
Nehemiah’s plea for God to remember him with favor expresses his desire to hear Jesus say to him, “Well done, good and faithful servant.”
Revelation: A Tale of Two Cities
Revelation is the tale of two cities. God’s city. And the world. While the world seems stronger, in the end, God’s city is victorious.
Hebrews: Run With Perseverance (11:32-12:3)
We are surrounded by all who have lived by faith. So, follow their example and run with perseverance, keeping our eyes fixed on Jesus.
Produce Fruit In Keeping With Repentance – Matthew 3:8
Many are satisfied with a repentance that makes no change in their lives. But we are called to produce fruit in keeping with real repentance.
Storing Up Treasure In Heaven – Matthew 6:19-21
Jesus encourages us to store up treasure in heaven where it will be secure. I can do that by helping out other people who are in need.
Greed is a Form of Idolatry – Ephesians 5:5
Many of us live in societies that glorify accumulation of stuff. The more and bigger the better. But this greed is really a form of idolatry.
Friendship with the World – James 4:4
You can follow the Lord as his disciple. Or follow the way of friendship with the world. But not both. Attempting to do both is adultery.
Responding With a Soft Answer or a Harsh Word – Prov. 15:1
Discussions can sometimes get heated. But responding with a soft answer, with gentleness and respect, can help to defuse the conflict.
