3. The occasion of the letter to the Hebrews
They are tempted to give up their faith in Christ and return to Judaism
Hebrews 2:1-3
3:12, 14
4:11
6:11, 12
10:35-39
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4. 2. The temptation to turn back
Why?
Because you are enticed to think you had it better before
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5. 3. The reason to keep the faith
Hebrews 1:4; 8:6
Christ is the more excellent way
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6. Heb. 2:17-18
He is a Savior who became human like us
2:9, 14-15
He is a Savior who died for us
9:12-14; 10:12-14
He is a Savior who gives complete, eternal salvation
4:14-16; 7:25
He is a Savior who provides direct access to the throne of God
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7. 4. The action to take to keep the faith
Hebrews 3:1, 3
See Christ
Hebrews 5:12-6:13
Grow up
Hebrews 10:22-25
Draw encouragement from other believers
Hebrews 10:32-35
Remember how far you have come
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