The writer of Hebrews is nearing the end of his letter. He has covered some important issues in what he has written, some perhaps more difficult to understand and apply without some intense study. However, one thing stands out above the rest and that is the supremacy of Jesus the Christ.
Further, the Bible's best definition of faith comes from this letter. Hebrews 11 begins, "Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.” The rest of the chapter speaks of Biblical characters whose lives were testimonies of the working of faith in them.
Some of the most powerful words of encouragement come to us in Hebrews. Hebrews 12:1-2, "Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. 2 Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.”
The final chapter, 13, is one that is filled with exhortation of doing right things. A reading of the entire 13th chapter is recommended as we see issues covered ranging from loving one another, to offering a sacrifice of praise to God. Also issues from marriage to supporting our leaders.
I want you to see how the Hebrew writer intends for you to appreciate and remember Jesus. Read closely, as he is closing out the letter. Hebrews 13:20-21 "May the God of peace, who through the blood of the eternal covenant brought back from the dead our Lord Jesus, that great Shepherd of the sheep, 21 equip you with everything good for doing his will, and may he work in us what is pleasing to him, through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen."
He really is a God of peace.
He really did bring Jesus back from the dead.
Jesus really is the great Shepherd of the sheep.
He really does equip us with every good thing to do his will.
He really does work within us the things that are pleasing to him.
To Him be glory for ever and ever.
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