If they must render God an account of their negligence, so must you for your ingratitude to them [GROTIUS]. 21. The same in the Old and in the New Testament. Hebrews 13:16, ESV: "Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God." The same Greek word as "good conscience." Bible> Commentaries> Hebrews 13:9. Compare "this same Jesus," Acts 1:11 . Hebrews 13:5–6. Footnotes. in all--"in the case of all men": "among all." 18. "Us," includes both himself and his companions; he passes to himself alone, Hebrews 13:19 . "Remember" your deceased rulers ( Hebrews 13:7 ). We have an altar, whereof they have no right to eat which serve the tabernacle. The transition is natural from their earthly pastors ( Hebrews 13:17 ), to the Chief Pastor, as in 1 Peter 5:1-4 . ( D) Yet most people today have never heard of John Gill. . That not a literal eating of the sacrifice of Christ is meant in the Lord's Supper, but a spiritual is meant, appears from comparing Hebrews 13:9 with Hebrews 13:10 , "with GRACE, NOT with MEATS.". Hebrews 13:13. or reproach for his sake: the reproach, which saints meet with, for the sake of Christ, and a profession of him, is called "his", because of the union there is between them, and the sympathy and fellow feeling he has with them in it; he reckons what is said and done to them as said and done to himself; and besides, there is a likeness between the reproach which Christ personally bore, and that … The Greek, is used of decease ( Luke 9:31 , 2 Peter 1:15 ). ( Hbr 13:1-3) Express brotherly love. Bible Commentary / Produced by TOW Project Amid the various concluding exhortations in Hebrews 13, two have a special relevance for work. a. Marriage is honorable among all: The Bible holds high the ideal of married life and the institution of family. with such--and not mere ritualistic sacrifices. CHRYSOSTOM was deeply struck with these words, as he tells us [On the Priesthood, 6], "The fear of this threat continually agitates my soul." which have not profited--Greek, "in which they who walked were not profited"; namely, in respect to justification, perfect cleansing of the conscience, and sanctification. Please enter your email address associated with your Salem All-Pass account, then click Continue. What does Hebrews chapter 13 mean? By him--as the Mediator of our prayers and praises ( John 14:13 John 14:14 ); not by Jewish observances ( Psalms 50:14 Psalms 50:23 , Psalms 69:30 Psalms 69:31 , 107:22 , 116:17 ). The Lord's table represents this altar, the cross; as the bread and wine represent the sacrifice offered on it. through Jesus Christ--"God doing (working) in you that . To obviate the natural distrust felt of strangers, Paul says, an unknown guest may be better than he looks: he may be unexpectedly found to be as much a messenger of God for good, as the angels (whose name means messenger) are; nay more, if a Christian, he represents Christ Himself. Presented here is a verse by verse exposition of the New Testament. "One experiences adversity almost his whole life, as Jacob; another in youth, as Joseph; another in manhood, as Job; another in old age" [BENGEL]. We'll send you an email with steps on how to reset your password. Let brotherly love continue - Be all of one heart and one soul. Hebrews 13:1-4 Love, Sex, and Marriage - John MacArthur. Obey them that have the rule over you--(Compare Hebrews 13:7 Hebrews 13:24 ). being yourselves also in the body--and so liable to the adversities incident to the natural body, which ought to dispose you the more to sympathize with them, not knowing how soon your own turn of suffering may come. Concluding Exhortations. Paul's characteristic salutation in every one of his other thirteen Epistles, as he says himself, 1 Corinthians 16:21 1 Corinthians 16:23 , Colossians 4:18 , 2 Thessalonians 3:17 . are burned without the camp," so "Jesus also that . Biblical Commentary (Bible Study) Hebrews 13:1-8, 15-16 EXEGESIS: THE CONTEXT: In chapter 12, the author contrasted Moses’ experience at Mount Sinai (12:18-21) with what we can expect to experience at Mount Zion—the city of the living God—the heavenly Jerusalem (12:22-24). Those who cling to the external and ceremonial observances of religion have no right to the privileges which belong to those who come to the spiritual altar; they cannot share that secret. 13 Let () brotherly love continue. There is a reference to Exodus 33:7 , when the tabernacle was moved without the camp, which had become polluted by the people's idolatry of the golden calves; so that "every one who sought the Lord went out unto the tabernacle of the congregation (as Moses called the tabernacle outside the camp), which was without the camp"; a lively type of what the Hebrews should do, namely, come out of the carnal worship of the earthly Jerusalem to worship God in Christ in spirit, and of what we all ought to do, namely, come out from all carnalism, worldly formalism, and mere sensuous worship, and know Jesus in His spiritual power apart from worldliness, seeing that "we have no continuing city" ( Hebrews 13:14 ). (Hebrews 13 Commentary - William Barclay's Daily Study Bible) LONELINESS. However, some kind of previous detention is implied before his being let go to Philippi. The author of Hebrews has mentioned the "conscience" several times (cf. fruit of our lips--( Isaiah 57:19 , Hosea 14:2 ). And I appeal to you, brethren, bear with the word of exhortation, for I have written to you in few words. [BENGEL]. Hebrews 13:10. established with grace; not with meats--not with observances of Jewish distinctions between clean and unclean meats, to which ascetic Judaizers added in Christian times the rejection of some meats, and the use of others: noticed also by Paul in 1 Corinthians 8:8 1 Corinthians 8:13 , 6:13 , Romans 14:17 , an exact parallel to this verse: these are some of the "divers and strange doctrines" of the previous sentence. If you are lonely then let this passage guide you to look for someone in need of … Few, in an Epistle which is more of a treatise than an Epistle (compare 1 Peter 5:12 ). Hebrews 13:13, KJV: "Let us go forth therefore unto him without the camp, bearing his reproach." What does Hebrews chapter 13 mean? 3 Remember those who are in prison, as though in prison with them, and those who are mistreated, since you also are in the body. Hebrews 13:5–6. The earthly Jerusalem proved to be no "abiding city," having been destroyed shortly after this Epistle was written, and with it fell the Jewish civil and religious polity; a type of the whole of our present earthly order of things soon to perish. 13 Let () brotherly love continue. (Hebrews 13 Commentary - William Barclay's Daily Study Bible) LONELINESS. He is always "the same" ( Hebrews 1:12 ). Hebrews 13:7-14 Steadfastness, Separation, Sacrifice - John MacArthur Amplified - Therefore Jesus also suffered and died outside the [city’s] gate in order that (expresses the purpose) He might purify and consecrate the people through [the shedding of] His own blood and set them apart as holy [for God]. Hebrews 13:20-21 explains the way we offer pleasing "sacrifices" "Now the God of peace, who brought up from the dead the great Shepherd of the sheep through the blood of the eternal covenant, even Jesus our Lord, equip you in every good thing to do His will, working in us that which is pleasing in His sight, through Jesus Christ, to Whom be the glory forever and ever. The power of Jesus' redemption and the indwelling Spirit has removed the fear of God and shame of past sins and replaced them with a joy, peace, confidence, not in … The Church of Jerusalem, to which in part this Epistle was addressed, was distinguished by this grace, we know from Acts (compare Hebrews 6:10 , 10:32-34 , Hebrews 12:12 Hebrews 12:13 ). (i) God is the God of peace. Hebrews 13:4 Parallel Verses [⇓ See commentary ⇓] Hebrews 13:4, NIV: "Marriage should be honored by all, and the marriage bed kept pure, for God will judge the adulterer and all the sexually immoral." Hebrews 13. 1. There should always be plenty of this kind of love among Christians, and it should continue. Genesis 18:2; Genesis 19:1. 15. The apostle, having treated largely of Christ, and faith, and free grace, and gospel privileges, and warned the Hebrews against apostasy, now, in the close of all, recommends several excellent duties to them, as the proper fruits of faith ( v. 1-17 ); he then bespeaks their prayers for him, and offers up his prayers to God for them, gives them some hope of seeing himself and Timothy, and ends with the … He closes as he began ( Hebrews 1:1-14 ), with giving glory to Christ. must give account--The strongest stimulus to watchfulness ( Mark 13:34-37 ). All rights reserved. 9:9,14; 10:2,22; 13:18). The author of Hebrews has mentioned the "conscience" several times (cf. . Two manifestations of "brotherly love," hospitality and care for those in bonds. Compare on "walked," Acts 21:21 ; namely, with superstitious scrupulosity, as though the worship of God in itself consisted in such legal observances. "Obey" your living rulers; nay, more, not only obey in cases where no sacrifice of self is required, and where you are persuaded they are right (so the Greek, for "obey"), but "submit yourselves" as a matter of dutiful yielding, when your judgment and natural will incline you in an opposite direction. It was important he should not seem to set himself in opposition to their guides, but rather strengthen their hands; he claims no authority directly or indirectly over these rulers themselves [BIRKS]. Hebrews 13:13, ESV: "Therefore let us go to him outside the camp and bear the reproach he endured." Jesus is superior to Moses 3:1-6. v1 Brothers and sisters in Christ … In praising a creature, we may easily exceed the truth; but in praising God we have only to go on confessing what He really is to us. Have entertained angels unawares — So may an unknown guest, even now, be of more worth than he appears, and may have angels attending him, though unseen. Paul, though now at large, was still in Italy, whence he sends the salutations of Italian Christians ( Hebrews 13:24 ), waiting for Timothy to join him, so as to start for Jerusalem: we know from 1 Timothy 1:3 , he and Timothy were together at Ephesus after his departing from Italy eastward. God of peace--So Paul, Romans 15:33 , 16:20 , 2 Corinthians 13:11 , Philippians 4:9 , 1 Thessalonians 5:23 , 2 Thessalonians 3:16 . of praise--for salvation. Compiled & Edited by BibleStudyTools Staff, Matthew Henry Commentary on the Whole Bible (Complete), California - Do Not Sell My Personal Information. I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee--A promise tantamount to this was given to Jacob ( Genesis 28:15 ), to Israel ( Deuteronomy 31:6 Deuteronomy 31:8 ), to Joshua ( Joshua 1:5 ), to Solomon ( 1 Chronicles 28:20 ). great--( Hebrews 4:14 ). 3. NIV Application Commentary – Hebrews 13:5–6 . Entreats them to bear the word of exhortation, mentions Timothy, and concludes with the apostolical benediction, Hebrews 13:22-25. his own--not blood of animals. Let brotherly love continue - Be all of one heart and one soul. i. Greek: kai ouk estin ktisi s aphanes enopion autou, panta de gumna kai tetrachelismena toi s ophthalmois autou, pros on hemin ho logos.. Amplified: And not a creature exists that is concealed from His sight, but all things are open … 17. A month ago this Hebrew “mini-series” began with the famous definition of faith found at 11:1: “Faith is the assurance [or substance] of things hoped for, the conviction [or proof] of things not seen.” The great Chapter 11 and its … Continue reading "Commentary on Hebrews 13:1-8, 15-16" 17. Hebrews 4:13 And there is no creature hidden from His sight, but all things are open and laid bare to the eyes of Him with whom we have to do (NASB: Lockman). Yesterday in the time of our predecessors, and to-day in our age" [BENGEL]. The love of filthy lust and the love of filthy lucre follow one another as closely akin, both alienating the heart from the Creator to the creature. without the camp--"outside the legal polity" [THEODORET] of Judaism (compare Hebrews 13:11 ) "Faith considers Jerusalem itself as a camp, not a city" [BENGEL]. Those from Italy greet you. Resources » NIV Application Commentary » Hebrews 13:5–6. As Jesus suffered without the gate, so spiritually must those who desire to belong to Him, withdraw from the earthly Jerusalem and its sanctuary, as from this world in general. Leviticus 6:30 , gives the general rule, "No sin offering whereof any of the blood is brought into the tabernacle of the congregation to reconcile withal in the holy place, shall be eaten; it shall be burnt in the fire." (13) The suffering “without the gate” was a symbol of His rejection by the Jews. a. They died that way through faith, not for a lack of it. In other Epistles Paul includes the rulers in his exhortations. Money Matters (Hebrews 13:5-6) Bible Commentary / Produced by TOW Project The second work-related exhortation in chapter 13 concerns the love of money: “Keep your lives free from the love of money, and be content with what you have; for he has said, ‘I will never leave you or forsake you’” (Heb. do it--"watch for your soul's eternal salvation." Concluding Exhortations. Commentary on Hebrews 13:1-6. NIV Application Commentary – Hebrews 13:5–6 . for--Greek, "in behalf of." Considering how they manifested the soundness of their faith by their holy walk, which they maintained even to the end of that walk (their death by martyrdom). God will judge--Most whoremongers escape the notice of human tribunals; but God takes particular cognizance of those whom man does not punish. Hebrews 13:10. They do not have in them that holy soul that is the essence of unity; there is no life to keep them in entirety. with such--and not mere ritualistic sacrifices. So Paul exhorts, 1 Thessalonians 5:12 1 Thessalonians 5:13 . Remember the prisoners as if chained with them; those who are mistreated; since you yourselves are in the body also. Feel for, … Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary on the BibleHebrews 13. This Epistle was among those written later, when many of the heads of the Jerusalem Church had passed away. Be ready with a meal or a bed when it’s needed. This is the last of four consecutive weeks that Hebrews has provided the second reading. strange--foreign to the truth. Hebrews 13:9 . Do not forget to entertain strangers, for by so doing some have unwittingly entertained angels. This is difficult to speak about today, because many who aren’t married feel put off by an emphasis o… He was held up to derision, and was taunted and reviled on … Let us go forth therefore unto him without the camp - As if we were going forth with him when he was led away to be crucified. He was put to death as a malefactor. 10. Salem Media Group. All rights reserved. This clause, "the blood of the everlasting covenant," is a summary retrospect of the Epistle (compare Hebrews 9:12 ). 6. may--rather as Greek, expressing confidence actually realized, "So that we boldly (confidently) say" ( Psalms 56:4 Psalms 56:11 , 118:6 ). Now this is just what might be expected when the apostle of the Gentiles was writing to the Palestine Christians, among whom James and the eleven apostles had exercised a more immediate authority. divers--differing from the one faith in the one and the same Jesus Christ, as taught by them who had the rule over you ( Hebrews 13:7 ). that I may be restored to you--( Philemon 1:22 ). Concluding prayer. Compare Ezekiel 34:23 and Jesus' own words, John 10:2 John 10:11 John 10:14 . who--Greek, "the which": such persons as. 13 Keep on loving one another as brothers and sisters. If you are lonely then let this passage guide you to look for someone in need of help and you will alleviate the loneliness for both of you! Stephen, James the brother of our Lord and bishop of Jerusalem, as well as James the brother of John ( Acts 12:2 ), in the Palestinian Church, which Paul addresses, suffered martyrdom. Of Christ the sin-offering we may partake, provided we go forth unto Him without the camp, bearing His reproach. 20. not with grief--at your disobedience; apprehending also that in the day of account you may be among the lost, instead of being their crown of rejoicing. You have to hold to this truth whether you have to suffer for it or not. suffered without the gate" of ceremonial Judaism, of which His crucifixion outside the gate of Jerusalem is a type. 13:1-6 The design of Christ in giving himself for us, is, that he may purchase to himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works; and true religion is the strongest bond of friendship. The "blood" was the seal of the everlasting covenant entered into between the Father and Son; in virtue of the Son's blood, first Christ was raised, then Christ's people shall be so ( Zechariah 9:11 , seemingly referred to here; Acts 20:28 ). 3. an altar--the cross of Christ, whereon His body was offered. the sanctuary--here the Holy of Holies, into which the blood of the sin offering was brought on the day of atonement. Hebrews 13:11-14. bearing--as Simon of Cyrene did. This ancient Greek word speaks of a brotherly friendship and affection. They of Italy--not merely the brethren at Rome, but of other places in Italy. Hi, Sign out 1. brotherly love--a distinct special manifestation of "charity" or "love" ( 2 Peter 1:7 ). 12. Hebrews 13:16 Parallel Verses [⇓ See commentary ⇓] Hebrews 13:16, NIV: "And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased." Know that our brother Timothy has been set free, with whom I shall see you if he comes shortly. 1. Hebrews 13:13. We have an altar, whereof they have no right to eat which serve the tabernacle. The power of Jesus' redemption and the indwelling Spirit has removed the fear of God and shame of past sins and replaced them with a joy, peace, confidence, … Hebrews 13 Resources - Multiple Sermons and Commentaries; Hebrews 13:7-14 The Antidote for False Teaching - Steven Cole; Hebrews 13:7-14 Steadfastness, Separation, Sacrifice - John MacArthur; LET US BE IMITATORS AND BEAR HIS REPROACH. Hebrews 13:9 Commentaries: Do not be carried away by varied and strange teachings; for it is good for the heart to be strengthened by grace, not by foods, through which those who were so occupied were not benefited. The fiery ordeal of His suffering on the cross, answers to the burning of the victims; thereby His mere fleshly life was completely destroyed, as their bodies were; the second part of His offering was His carrying His blood into the heavenly holiest before God at His ascension, that it should be a perpetual atonement for the world's sin. 13… bound with them--by virtue of the unity of the members in the body under one Head, Christ ( 1 Corinthians 12:26 ). So Aristarchus was imprisoned with Paul. Each one must for himself make choice either of the synagogue or of the church of Christ; between the two there can be … He probably left Timothy there and went to Philippi as he had promised. Marriage is honorable among all, and the bed undefiled; but fornicators and adulterers God will judge. Be not forgetful--implying it was a duty which they all recognized, but which they might forget to act on ( Hebrews 13:3 Hebrews 13:7 Hebrews 13:16 ). Let brotherly love continue. What was said to them, extends also to us. Proud member This ancient Greek word spoke of brotherly friendship and affection. This threefold mention of the rulers is peculiar to this Epistle. See that it continue with you. It is the love of deep friendship and partnership. He will neither withdraw His presence ("never leave thee") nor His help ("nor forsake thee") [BENGEL]. But the warning being against lasciviousness, the contrast to "whoremongers and adulterers" in the parallel clause, requires the "in all" in this clause to refer to persons. On the seeming inconsistency with Galatians 6:11 , compare Note. Verse 1 Let brotherly love continue - Be all of one heart and one soul. 9:9,14; 10:2,22; 13:18). This is the last of four consecutive weeks that Hebrews has provided the second reading. 25. ( D) Remember--so as to imitate: not to invoke in prayer, as Rome teaches. The superior *apostle 3:1-4:13. The final chapter of the book of Hebrews offers instructions for Christian living and a farewell which includes both a prayer request and a benediction. (Read Hebrews 13:1-6) The design of Christ in giving himself for us, is, that he may purchase to himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works; and true religion is the strongest bond of friendship. Our high tech world leads to low touch with other people, which in turn leads to the rise in a sense of loneliness. Each one must for himself make choice either of the synagogue or of the church of Christ; between the two there can be … Chapter 13. continue--Charity will itself continue. Hebrews 13:4, ESV: "Let marriage be held in honor among all, and let the marriage bed be undefiled, for God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterous." . To brotherly love (Hebrews 13:1), by which he does not only mean a general affection to all men, as our brethren by nature, all made of the same blood, nor that more limited affection which is due to those who are of the same immediate parents, but that special and spiritual affection which ought to exist among the children of God. 16. CONCLUSION, WITH PIECES OF INTELLIGENCE AND SALUTATIONS. Amen. 14. here--on earth. Copyright © 2020, Bible Study Tools. without the gate--of Jerusalem; as if unworthy of the society of the covenant-people. The Judaizing of the Hebrews was calculated to sow seeds of discord among them, of disobedience to their pastors ( Hebrews 13:17 ), and of alienation towards Paul. Have entertained angels unawares — So may an unknown guest, even now, be of more worth than he appears, and may have angels attending him, though unseen. . We'll send you an email with steps on how to reset your password. . 4. is, &c.--Translate, "Let marriage be treated as honorable": as Hebrews 13:5 also is an exhortation. It speaks of eternal redemption, eternal inheritance, the eternal Spirit even.. << Hebrews 12 | Hebrews 13 | James 1 >>. EXHORTATION TO VARIOUS GRACES, ESPECIALLY CONSTANCY IN FAITH, FOLLOWING JESUS AMIDST REPROACHES. have the rule--rather, "who have had the rule over you": your spiritual leaders. But the word for love used in Hebrews 13:1 is philadelphia, coming from the root philia. Please enter your email address associated with your Salem All-Pass account, then click Continue. Paul implies that if Timothy shall not come shortly, he will start on his journey to the Hebrews at once. Salem Media Group. Be content with your financial status . The God of peace by giving unity of true doctrine, will unite them in mutual love. doctrines--"teachings." He would not conclude without mentioning 'the connecting link between the two truths mainly discussed; the one perfect sacrifice and the continual priestly intercession--the depth of His humiliation and the height of His glory--the "altar" of the cross and the ascension to the heavenly Holy of Holies. Be content with your financial status . Judaism and Gnosticism combined were soon about to throw discredit on marriage. (13) The suffering “without the gate” was a symbol of His rejection by the Jews. 13 1-4 Stay on good terms with each other, held together by love. Compare Paul's address to the elders, Acts 20:28 , 1 Corinthians 4:1-5 , where also he connects ministers' responsibility with the account to be hereafter given (compare 1 Peter 5:4 ). Literally, "rightly," "becomingly.". with joy--at your obedience; anticipating, too, that you shall be their "joy" in the day of giving account ( Philippians 4:1 ). It was an old saying of the rabbis, "At a future time all sacrifices shall cease, but praises shall not cease." Remember--in prayers and acts of kindness. BENGEL remarks that the Hebrew, "todah," is beautifully emphatic. Hebrews 13 Commentary, One of over 110 Bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, as set of 17 volumes on the New Testament, the result of Barclay's dedicated work Sacrifices Pleasing to God. Hebrews 13:1-25 . Here are earnest exhortations to … It is only spoken of in chapter 8:34, and an allusion in chapter 10:6. . Make you perfect--properly said of healing a rent; join you together in perfect harmony [BENGEL]. shepherd of the sheep--A title familiar to his Hebrew readers, from their Old Testament ( Isaiah 63:11 ; Septuagint): primarily Moses, antitypically Christ: already compared together, Hebrews 3:2-7 . All who would be His must share the reproach which came upon Him, who was cast out by His people and crucified (Hebrews 11:26): they also must go forth “without the camp,” forsaking the company of His foes. everlasting--The everlastingness of the covenant necessitated the resurrection. 23. our brother Timothy--So Paul, 1 Corinthians 4:17 , 2 Corinthians 1:1 , Colossians 1:1 , 1 Thessalonians 3:2 . 5. conversation--"manner of life." Jesus is superior to Moses 3:1-6. v1 Brothers and sisters in Christ … It is here first in the letter he mentions himself, in a way so unobtrusive, as not to prejudice his Hebrew readers against him, which would have been the result had he commenced this as his other Epistles, with authoritatively announcing his name and apostolic commission. Hebrews 13:13, KJV: "Let us go forth therefore unto him without the camp, bearing his reproach." There is a play on the same Greek word, Be not forgetful and unaware; let not the duty of hospitality to strangers escape you; for, by entertaining strangers, it has escaped the entertainers that they were entertaining angels. It is the love of deep friendship and partnership. through the blood--Greek, "in," in virtue of the blood ( Hebrews 2:9 ); it was because of His bloody death for us, that the Father raised and crowned Him with glory. giving thanks--Greek, "confessing." 2 Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby () some have entertained angels unawares. 42 Hughes, A Commentary on the Epistle to the Hebrews, p. 575. Others, especially Romanists, translate, "in all things," as in Hebrews 13:18 . Article Images Copyright © 2020 Getty Images unless otherwise indicated. Being known to be his badge, it is not used by others in his lifetime. He contrasts with the Jews, who serve an earthly sanctuary, the Christians to whom the altar in heaven stands open, while it is closed against the Jews. have spoken unto you--"spake" (so the Greek aorist means) during their lifetime. Hebrews 13:4 Parallel Verses [⇓ See commentary ⇓] Hebrews 13:4, NIV: "Marriage should be honored by all, and the marriage bed kept pure, for God will judge the adulterer and all the sexually immoral." Greet all those who rule over you, and all the saints. Hebrews 13: 15 Through Him then, let us continually * offer up a sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of lips that give thanks to His name. Proud member Our high tech world leads to low touch with other people, which in turn leads to the rise in a sense of loneliness. It is a perilous responsibility for a man to have to give account for others' deeds, who is not sufficient for his own [ESTIUS, from AQUINAS]. His office, as the Anointed of the Spirit, making Him the medium of communicating the Spirit to us, the holy unction flowing down from the Head on the members (compare Acts 2:36 ). Compare Psalms 119:108 , Romans 12:1 . "To avoid fornication let EVERY MAN have his own wife" ( 1 Corinthians 7:2 ). The apostle, having treated largely of Christ, and faith, and free grace, and gospel privileges, and warned the Hebrews against apostasy, now, in the close of all, recommends several excellent duties to them, as the proper fruits of faith ( Hebrews 13:1-17) he then bespeaks their prayers for him, and offers up his prayers to God for them, gives them some … Hebrews 13:13, ESV: "Therefore let us go to him outside the camp and bear the reproach he endured." The justification of the Jerusalem church had passed away invoke in prayer, as those on which legal... To low touch with other people, which in turn leads to the Hebrews, p... 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