Hebrews 10:19-25

Read Hebrews 10:19-25 

Helpful Background Information: 

• The book of Hebrews is primarily a sermon, a word of encouragement, written to early Jewish Christians who were tempted to revert back to the Old Testament way of life in the face of persecution and hardship for their newfound faith in Christ. 

• The author of this book is not identified in the text. Some believe it is Paul, while others suggest Barnabas, Luke, Apollos, or others. It was most likely written somewhere between AD 60 and 70. 

• Our motivation for fellowship should be to obey God and to be in authentic relationships with others just as we were designed. Church is not just something we are consumers in, but something we participate in together for the benefit of each other. Discouragement will come, and meeting together because of our union in Christ will help us hold fast and endure with joy.  

Reflection Questions: 

• We have full and complete access to the Creator of the Universe, and he invites us to draw near to Him with complete boldness. This boldness, or confidence, is not confidence in ourselves, but confidence in His finished work. What holds you back from boldly approaching Him? What truths does Scripture tell us to combat those fears and doubts? What do you need to bring to God in confidence today?

• For you, what makes neglecting to gather together (v. 25) an easy habit to fall into? Why do you think the author commands the audience to continue to gather together? Why is this still important today, and what stops you from gathering in community? How can those barriers be removed so you can be in fellowship with others? 

• Verse 24 tells us to “consider one another in order to provoke love and good works…” Take some time to pray and ask God how you can love others practically. Who can you intentionally reach out to and encourage today?