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The author explained that God disciplines His children whom He loves. Thus, believers should interpret God’s discipline as an expression of His love. But many speak of His love, but they do not include His discipline. No one should separate His love and His discipline. The Lord’s discipline reflects both chastisement and training. Chastisement so one may learn overcome sin and training to grow in...

The theme of the epistle to the Hebrews centered around the superiority of Christ over Judaism. Beyond superior, He is God. The author intended to warn the readers to continue in the faith, endure the hostility and persecution. The author instructed the readers, lay aside the sin that easily entangles, and to fix their eyes on Jesus, the author, and finisher of their faith. He once again reminded...

The author reminded the recipients of the letter who Christ is. Christ is God, He is the fulfillment of the prophets, He is better than Moses, His priesthood is forever, and He is the perfect sacrifice. The author intended to encourage the believers to continue in the faith despite suffering, persecution, and discrimination. The author also warned that it was a terrifying thing to fall into the ha...

The author of the epistle of Hebrews instructed the recipients to continue in the faith and not shrink back. He defined faith and explained that without faith, it is impossible to please God. The author briefly mentioned some of their Jewish ancestors. All of whom lived by faith. Through faith, they gained God’s approval, and not through works. Instead, their faith resulted in works of righteousne...

The author mentioned the faith of Moses and his parents. Their faith became part of the history of the return of Israel from captivity. By faith, the parents did not fear the king’s edict; they saved the then-baby Moses. When Moses grew up, he identified with God’s people rather than enjoying the privileges of a prince. Moses chose Christ over the pleasures of sin. Moses did not fear the wrath of...

The author instructed the Jewish believers not to shrink back from their faith in Christ. He encouraged them to persist in believing and endure all the hardships because of their faith in Christ. The author explained that faith is the certainty of things hoped for; it is the evidence of things not seen (11:1). The author showed the letter recipients that it was through faith that the Jewish heroes...

The author encouraged the Jewish believers to remain steadfast with their faith despite the social discrimination and persecution. He warned them not to shrink back because God would not be pleased. The author taught them that it was impossible to please God without faith (11:6). The author explained that the Jewish heroes lived by faith, inferring that the Jewish believers should continue in fait...

The Patriarchs passed on God’s word to their descendants, who also believed what they believed. They believed that the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob destined them to be a nation under God; that the descendants of Abraham would be numerous as the stars. And that God promised the land of Canaan. However, the Patriarchs knew that there was something more, a heavenly place. Thus, they never settled...

The author wrote a list of people who pleased God. The list included Abel, Enoch, Noah, Abraham, and Sarah. And there was one thing in common among them— their faith in the invisible God and faith in His word. The author made it clear that without faith, it is impossible to please God (11:6). One of the stories of faith remembered by many is the story of Abraham and Isaac on Mt. Moriah. God comman...

The author mentioned the patriarchs, Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, fellow-heirs to the same promise, lived as foreigners in the land. They dwelt in tents because they looked forward to a more permanent dwelling place, a heavenly one. The promised land was not the ultimate promise. God used the land to nurture a nation that would usher in the ultimate promise, Christ Jesus our Lord. The only way into t...

The author explained that Christ is God. He sits at the highest authority in heaven and on earth. Christ fulfilled the prophecies of the Old Testament. He is the perfect high priest forever; and, Christ is the perfect sacrifice. Thus, the Jewish believers should never throw away their confidence in Christ. Instead, they should endure social discrimination and persecution. Their faith should not sh...

Faith is the certainty of the promises of God in Christ. It is evidence of our belief in the invisible God and His word. Moreover, through faith, people of old gained approval from God. It was not through works but faith. In fact, without faith, it is impossible to please God. God is real. His word is real, and He rewards those who diligently seek Him. Therefore, the Jewish believers of that time...

The author explained that it is impossible to please God without faith. The Jewish believers should believe in God’s promises in Christ; otherwise, they will not please God. Despite the persecution and discrimination, the author expected the Jewish believers to continue in faith. No excuses. God would not be pleased with those who shrink back. Yet, the author encouraged them not to shrink back. Th...

The author wanted the Jewish believers to continue believing despite the persecution and the difficulties. He warned them against falling away from Christ and the eternal damnation of apostates. Still, he also reminded them of their past faithfulness, despite losing their property because of their faith in Christ. They even helped the persecuted. The author would then define faith as being certain...

After giving the Jewish believers a dire warning, all who continue to sin willfully will experience the fiery judgment of God. For those who go on sinning on purpose is like insulting the Son of God. He explained that the fiery judgment of God would be severe and eternal. The author also reminded them of their past faithfulness and that they should not let go of their confidence in Christ. He will...

The promises of God in the New Covenant in Christ include forgiveness of sins, a personal relationship with God, and God writing His laws in the believers' hearts. The New Covenant fulfilled the Old Covenant; therefore, the New replaced the Old. In the Old, the people could not obey the law. In the New, God writes His laws on the hearts and minds of His people. Thus, His people want to obey becaus...

The Old was a preview, a shadow of the good things to come. They offered sacrifices every year because animal sacrifices could not effect perfect cleansing otherwise, the sacrifices would stop. The animal sacrifices reminded the Jewish nation of their sins every year. And it could not clear their conscience because the blood of animals cannot remove the guilt. Only the blood of Christ can remove t...

The author discussed the rooms in the tabernacle: there was the holy place and most holy place. The author did not mention the outer court. He mentioned furniture and items. It is essential to note the position of the altar of incense, which is brought inside the most holy place once a year (9:1-5).  The author explained the role of the high priest to enter the most holy place once a year. He woul...

The main point of the author is that Christ is the perfect High Priest in the heavenly tabernacle. He sits at the highest authority and is the mediator of a  better covenant. No earthly priest or religious leader is like Christ. No one can compare to who He is. Moreover, the New Covenant, which Christ mediates, is far superior to the Old Covenant. The New has better promises than the Old, but the...

God’s purpose for the earthly priesthood and the tabernacle in the wilderness was to show a glimpse of the heavenly reality. It provided clues of the coming of the Messiah. But the OT ceremonial laws was just a shadow of things to come and a shadow of another reality; Christ is the substance. He is the fulfillment of the ceremonial law and the prophecies.   The author explained the spiritual reali...

Every man and woman must grow in wisdom. The opposite of wisdom is foolishness and ignorance. Who would want to be foolish and ignorant? Surprisingly, some would. Others think they are wise but live like fools. Every marriage must grow in wisdom. Who would want a foolish and ignorant marriage? Surprisingly, many start marriages loaded with foolishness and devoid of knowledge. But the good news is...

Hebrews 7 • 6PM • Doy Sto. Domingo | The author led the readers back to the discussion on Melchizedek. He mentioned what most Jews knew about Melchizedek then discussed what was not so familiar to them: the connection with Christ. Melchizedek was king of Salem and priest of the Highest. He met Abraham after Lot's rescue from the Kings of the east. Melchizedek means king of righteousness, and he wa...

he author instructed the recipients not to be sluggish, but to follow the example of those who inherit the promises through faith and endurance. The writer then turns the reader to God’s oath and promise. To seal an oath, humans swear on something or someone higher. But since there is none higher than God, He swore to Himself. The author taught that believers could experience the same benefit as A...

Hebrews 6:9-12 • 10AM • Dr. Ed Pilapil Jr. | The author gave a dire warning for those who would fall away. It would be impossible to restore apostates, those who openly rebel against Christ. The consequences would be severe. Those who openly revolt against the gospel never truly belonged. They may look like believers on the outside, but they are false believers. After the stern warning, the author...