Exhortations in Hebrews

Hebrews is a "word of exhortation".

Within it are many serious warnings addressed to Christians. the writer
is letting them know that we cannot serve God carelessly. Warnings in
Haggai and Malachi still apply today.

Throughout this book, there are not just warnings. If that was all there
was, Hebrews could become a very depressing book. The writer continually
reminds them what they are involved in. The heart of Christianity is
Christ and a large part of Hebrews is spent teaching of the greatness of
Christ and showing how He is superior to all things. Chp. 1 - Christ is
equal to Jehovah and is greater than the angels. Chp. 2 - Christ became
man. 3:1 - Consider Jesus... Example of the Jews continues through chp
4.

Exhortation: 4:14-16 "Since then..."

Chp. 5 - teaches about our great high priest but they are rebuked
because they have not been studying as they should.

Chp. 6 - Warning to the negligent.

Exhortation: 6:9-12 "But beloved..."

Chps. 7-10 Teaches on the greatness of Christ. Greater priest, covenant,
promises, sacri fice.

Exhortation:    10:19-24 "Since therefore..." 10:32-39

Chp. 11 - Examples of the faithful in the past

Exhortation: 12:1-3 "Therefore..."

12:5-10 - They have forgotten the chastening of the Lord. 

Exhortation: 12:11-13 The purpose of the chastening of the Lord.

13:1-10 General instructions on how they should be living.

Exhortation: 13:11-16 Because of what Christ has done for us...

Final Exhortation: 13:20-21 It is not just us at work! 




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