Failing of the Grace of God
Preach Holiness, For We Are Not Frightened Enough
Does the call to holiness impact your life? This article explains a passage like Hebrews 12:14, “Pursue holiness, without which no one will see the Lord,” does not frighten us enough. It lists thirteen reasons why the Bible's emphasis on holiness does not often drive us to pursue holiness.
Belonging to a Kingdom That Cannot Be Shaken
Holy Living Marks of a Healthy Church 7
Suffering, Chastisement, and the Fatherly Love of God
Is there a relationship between suffering and the discipline of God? Looking at Hebrews 12:3-17 this article shows how at times suffering goes together with discipline in the Christian life.
Hebrews 12:1 – Dealing with Our Residual Sin
This article, through the lens of Hebrews 12:1, considers how easy and yet difficult it is to deal with remaining sin in the believer's life.
Anyone for a Little Scourging?
The Bible teaches that the Lord disciplines those whom he loves. The author reflects on this truth found in Hebrews 12, with a view to explaining how sanctification comes through discipline.
Archegos in the Salvation History of the Epistle to the Hebrews
What is the function of archegos as a reference to Jesus Christ in the epistle to the Hebrews? Two references occur: Hebrews 2:10 and Hebrews 12:2.
Hebrews 12:29 - The Fire That Burns – Clean! Considering the Conclusion of Hebrews 12
Hebrews 12:3-11 - Trading Temporary Pain for Eternal Gain
Acceptable to God
What kind of worship is acceptable to God? This article explains why, according to Hebrews 12:18-20, reverence and awe are both important aspects of true worship to God.
Keeping Our Eyes on Christ
Believers may easily become distracted from focusing on Christ as they face day-to-day challenges in their earthly calling. Hebrews 12:1-2 reminds believers of the need to have their actions, hopes and motives guided by a focus on Jesus.
Hebrews 12:26-28: Things That Cannot Be Shaken
This is an exegetical explanation of Hebrews 12:26-28. The author explains the role of evil powers which God allows to persecute believers for a limited time. However, God also limits their effect and the time of their existence.
Privileges Bring Responsibilities
This article provides guidelines for believers' attitude and manner of life in view of the present and future aspects of the promises of God (Hebrews 12:25-29).
Pleasing God in Our Worship
Does God have a certain way that He wants us to worship? This article looks at various aspects of biblical worship: the need for true worship, the character of worship, worship and the Word, leadership in worship, music and worship, worshiping with the heart. The author also discusses evaluating worship service and Hebrews 12:28-29.
Hebrews 12:3-11 - Thriving Under God's Discipline: Trading Temporary Pain for Eternal Gain
Can God's discipline make your life flourish? This article show that you can thrive under God's discipline if you know what God's discipline is, how to respond to it, and what it produces (Hebrews 12:3-11).
Hebrews 12:5-11 - Discipline: A Father's Hand
This article on Hebrews 12:5-11 shows how God's discipline is necessary for believers. Through His discipline, God proves His love for us and improves our love for Him.
Running the Race
In Hebrews 12:1-3 the Christian life is compared to a race. The Christian life is marked by endurance and fighting against sin, and its goal is Christ.
Christ the Mediator
Hebrews 12:24 describes Christ as the Mediator of the new covenant. In Christ all the promises of the Old Testament covenant are fulfilled.
Hebrews 12:22-24 - The Ascension and Worship The Way to God was Open for all God's People through the Reconciling Blood of Christ
Hebrews 12:14-15 - Victim or Victor?
Working from Hebrews 12:14-15, this article shows that Christians are called to live in peace and holiness with everyone. The author identifies bitterness as the root of failing to live in peace with everyone. We should deal with disappointments and failures by trusting in the sovereignty of God.
Hebrews 12:18-29 - The Glories and Responsibilities of Mt. Zion
This article is a Bible study on Hebrews 12:18-29.
Hebrews 12:12-17 - A Call to Holiness
This article is a Bible study on Hebrews 12:12-17.
Hebrews 12:1-11 - A Call to Spiritual Discipline
This article is a Bible study on Hebrews 12:1-11.