Hebrews 13. Wherefore - This is an inference drawn from the examples produced in the preceding chapter, and on this account both should be read in connection. Hebrews 12:1 I.e. I believe the same is true in our text in Hebrews 12:1. The Triumphs of Faith. For [our earthly fathers] disciplined us for only a short period of time and chastised us as seemed proper and good to them; but He disciplines us for our certain good, that we may become sharers in His own holiness. We can learn a great deal about why patience is so vital by comparing the process we are going through to an artist sculpting a work from a piece of marble. Hebrews 12:1. Hebrews 12:5-13 The benefit of God’s chastisements. Hebrews 12:1–17 is closely connected with the preceding chapter by the use of the strong inferential conjunction toigaroun, “therefore,” which occurs only one other time in the New Testament. God’s Final Word In His Son. — Hebrews 12:1 AMP. 2 For by this [kind of] faith the # I.e. What I want you to see here is that the term “consequently” (rendered “therefore” in Hebrews 12:1) is clearly indicating that verse 8 is the conclusion of the author’s argument in verses 3-7. It has been often supposed that the word "witnesses" is used in the sense of spectators of the race. Hebrews 12:1. Chuck Smith :: Sermon Notes for Hebrews 12:1-3 ← Back to Chuck Smith's Bio & Resources "LOOKING UNTO JESUS." 1. The Amplified Bible Hebrews 12:10. 2 Do not neglect to extend hospitality to strangers [especially among the family of believers—being friendly, cordial, and gracious, sharing the comforts of your home and doing your part generously], for by this some have entertained angels without knowing it. Hebrews 12:1 AMP Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses [who by faith have testified to the truth of God’s absolute faithfulness], stripping off every unnecessary weight and the sin which so easily and cleverly entangles us, let us run with endurance and active persistence the race that is set before us Most of these thoughts are present here (Hebrews 12:1-2; Hebrews 12:4), and new joints of comparison are added, so that the scene is brought vividly before our eyes. The Christian life is a race, Hebrews 12:1; compare I Corinthians 9:24; Philippians 3:12-14. 11. Therefore, since we have so great a cloud of witnesses surrounding us, let us also lay aside every encumbrance and the sin which so easily entangles us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, Verse Concepts. See 11:2, 39. A. Lord, thank You for reminding me that many others have gone before me and endured all the hardships of a life of faith and service to You. Amplified® Darby I.S.V. 13. SO THEN, brethren, consecrated and set apart for God, who share in the heavenly calling, [thoughtfully and attentively] consider Jesus, the Apostle and High Priest Whom we confessed [as ours when we embraced the Christian faith]. PREPARATION FOR THE RACE. Hebrews 11. 12 So from one man, though he was [physically] as good as dead, were born as many descendants as the stars of heaven in … K.J.V. Hebrews 12:1 I.e. Amplified® Darby I.S.V. (1-11) Peace and holiness are recommended, with cautions against despising spiritual blessings. See 11:2, 39. ... Hebrews 12:1-29. Their stories and testimonies give me hope and encouragement that I, too, can endure. The Jewish ritual is a service, Romans 9:4; compare Hebrews 9:1, Hebrews 9:6. I. Hebrews 12:18-24 The dispensation of the law compared with the privileges of the gospel. The Amplified Bible Hebrews 3:1. Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. N.A.S.B. the people commended for their faith in ch 11. Hebrews 12:1. In like manner, Christians must do the same (12:1–3). Hebrews 12:25-29 The danger of refusing the word from heaven. Hebrews 12:1–29 God’s Discipline Proves His Love. Just as we have the ability to tear down strongholds that imprison us, we also have the ability to rebuild our lives with strongholds of righteousness and truth. Hebrews 12:1-2 New American Standard Bible (NASB) Jesus, the Example. Hebrews 12:1-3 The Message (MSG) Discipline in a Long-Distance Race. Compare "subject to bondage," Hebrews 2:15, with Galatians 5:1. ... Hebrews 12:1-4. K.J.V. The heroes of Hebrews 11 endured and overcame by faith. N.A.S.B. A stronghold of truth is a protective fortress. (Hebrews 12:1 AMP) Scroll Down. Wherefore, seeing we also are compassed about, As the Israelites were encompassed with the pillar of cloud, or with the clouds of glory in the wilderness, as the Jews say; (See Gill on 1 Corinthians 10:1), to which there may be an allusion, here, since it … See 11:2, 39. the people commended for their faith in ch 11. Chip by chip over a period of time, an artist uses hammer and chisel to shape a conception from a raw slab of rock until the finished figure is revealed. Hebrews 12:1-4 An exhortation to patience and constancy enforced by the example of Christ. A stronghold is a fortress of thoughts that holds us captive. The Changeless Christ. An exhortation to be constant and persevere, The example of Christ is set forth, and the gracious design of God in all the sufferings believers endured. Amplified© Bible; Hebrews 1 Hebrews 1. Intro: Our text looks at life as a race with a course to run, and a prize to gain. Keep your eyes on Jesus, who both began and finished this race we’re in. K.J.V. Today's Prayer. Hebrews 11:12 Amplified Bible (AMP). "Lay aside every weight." It means we’d better get on with it. No extra spiritual fat, no parasitic sins. 2. Verse 9 begins a whole new section. Grant me endurance, persistence, courage, faith, and strength to keep going on the pathway You have set before me. Hebrews 12:1 I.e. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. Hebrews 12:1-11 New International Version (NIV) 12 Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that In training for the Olympics the runners used to tie weights to their bodies. 12 1-3 Do you see what this means—all these pioneers who blazed the way, all these veterans cheering us on? Hebrews 12:14-17 Exhortation to peace and holiness. REBUILDING THE FRAMEWORK OF OUR LIVES. the people commended for their faith in ch 11. Amplified® Darby I.S.V. 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