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Hebrews 10:28
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A Call to Persevere
27but only a fearful expectation of judgment and of raging fire that will consume all adversaries.28Anyone who rejected the law of Moses died without mercy on the testimony of two or three witnesses.29How much more severely do you think one deserves to be punished who has trampled on the Son of God, profaned the blood of the covenant that sanctified him, and insulted the Spirit of grace?
Sermons
Richard Owen Roberts
Tim Conway
St. John Chrysostom
Conrad Murrell
E.W. Bullinger
William CathcartSummary
Commentary
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
He that despised Moses' law - Αθετησας· He that rejected it, threw it aside, and denied its Divine authority by presumptuous sinning, died without mercy - without any extenuation or mitigation of punishment; Num 15:30. Under two or three witnesses - That is, when convicted by the testimony of two or three respectable witnesses. See Deu 17:6.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Compare Heb 2:2-3; Heb 12:25. despised--"set at naught" [ALFORD]: utterly and heinously violated, not merely some minor detail, but the whole law and covenant; for example, by idolatry (Deu 17:2-7). So here apostasy answers to such an utter violation of the old covenant. died--Greek, "dies": the normal punishment of such transgression, then still in force. without mercy--literally, "mercies": removal out of the pale of mitigation, or a respite of his doom. under--on the evidence of.
John Gill Bible Commentary
For we know him that hath said,.... That is, God, whom the apostle and the Hebrews knew; not merely by the works of creation and providence, but by the Scriptures, which they were favoured with, and by which they were distinguished from the Gentiles, and by which they knew his being, nature, and perfections; particularly, that what he said he was able to perform, and that he was true and faithful to every word of his, and to what he has said, Deu 32:35 vengeance belongeth unto me, I will recompence, saith the Lord. Vengeance belongs to God, not as to the affection, as if there was any such passion in him; but as to the effect, there being that produced by him, which answers to the effect of such a passion among men, namely punishment: and punishment for sin belongs to God, against whom it is committed; and not to Heathen deities, one of which goes by the name of Vengeance, Act 28:4 nor to Satan, and his spiteful angels; nor to men, to exercise it in a private and personal way; though civil magistrates, being in God's stead, are allowed to exercise it in a public way, according to the laws of God: and there is good reason to believe, that what the Lord here says, "I will recompence", or revenge sin, shall be done; which may be concluded from his hatred of sin; from his purity, holiness, and justice; from his faithfulness to his word; from his omnipotence; from the notice he takes of sin, in his own people, in a way of chastisement, and correction; and from the vengeance he has poured on his own Son, as their surety. And again, in Deu 32:36 the Lord shall judge his people; such as are truly so, his chosen and covenant people, his redeemed and called ones; these he judges by chastising them in a fatherly way, that they may not be condemned with the world; and by governing and protecting them; and by vindicating and pleading their cause, and avenging them on their enemies: or else such as are only his people by profession; on these he will write a "Lo-ammi"; he distinguishes them from his own, and judges between them and his people, and will condemn them; nor will their profession screen them from his wrath and vengeance.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
10:28-29 The author argues from lesser to greater (see study note on 9:14). The lesser situation is the old punishment of death for a person who refused to obey the law of Moses (see Deut 13:6-11). The greater situation concerns those who reject Christ and treat him with contempt. • how much worse the punishment: Eternal damnation is the fate awaiting those who have rejected Christ. • The blood of the covenant, which made us holy, is Christ’s perfect sacrifice (9:11–10:18). • insulted and disdained the Holy Spirit: Those who reject the Spirit’s prompting and mercy deny the validity of the Good News and the superiority of Christ and his saving work (cp. Mark 3:22-30).
Hebrews 10:28
A Call to Persevere
27but only a fearful expectation of judgment and of raging fire that will consume all adversaries.28Anyone who rejected the law of Moses died without mercy on the testimony of two or three witnesses.29How much more severely do you think one deserves to be punished who has trampled on the Son of God, profaned the blood of the covenant that sanctified him, and insulted the Spirit of grace?
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Do Not Sin Willfully
By Richard Owen Roberts1.6K1:29:26DriftingHEB 2:1HEB 6:4HEB 10:19HEB 10:28HEB 10:31In this sermon, the speaker addresses six warnings mentioned in the book of Hebrews. The first warning is about drifting away, the second is about hardening of hearts, the third is about becoming dull of hearing and sluggish, the fourth is about willful sin and shrinking back, the fifth is about resisting the discipline of the Lord, and the sixth is about refusing Him who is speaking from heaven. The speaker also refers to the pattern seen in the book of Judges, where the people of Israel sin, face judgment, cry out to God, and are delivered by a judge. The sermon emphasizes the importance of drawing near to God with a sincere heart, full assurance of faith, and a clean conscience, and warns against refusing the voice of the Holy Spirit.
Christian, Are You Refusing God?
By Tim Conway8001:08:231SA 15:22JOB 9:4ECC 8:11ISA 40:15MAT 15:8LUK 14:17PHP 2:9HEB 2:2HEB 10:28HEB 12:25JAS 1:22
This sermon emphasizes the importance of not refusing God's voice, drawing parallels between the consequences faced by those who rejected God's warnings in the past and the greater accountability for those who reject Him today. The message highlights the unshakable nature of God's Kingdom and the need for gratitude, acceptable worship, reverence, and awe towards Him. The urgency to cling to Christ, heed His voice, and run the race faithfully is emphasized, warning against the dangers of drifting away and the necessity of surrendering all to follow Him.
Homily 1 on the Acts of the Apostles
By St. John Chrysostom0MAT 10:18JHN 13:35JHN 14:12ACT 1:1ACT 2:1GAL 5:22HEB 10:28John Chrysostom preaches about the significance of Baptism and the need for believers to approach it with earnestness and preparation. He emphasizes the importance of not delaying or hesitating to receive the grace of Baptism, as it signifies a commitment to a virtuous life and the reception of the Holy Spirit. Chrysostom warns against the dangers of sinning after Baptism and highlights the severe consequences of neglecting the gift of grace. He urges believers to approach Baptism with joy, celebration, and a readiness to bear the fruits of the Spirit in their lives.
Go to Church or Go to Hell
By Conrad Murrell0EPH 5:25PHP 3:3HEB 10:25HEB 10:28Conrad Murrell delivers a powerful sermon emphasizing the importance of attending church for salvation, stating that those who do not go to church will go to hell. He explains that Jesus Christ is the only acceptable sacrifice for sins, but there is a sin of willful abandonment of the assembly that has no remedy. Murrell highlights the nature of the called-out assembly, stressing the necessity for believers to gather together for worship and instruction in the Word, as those who forsake this assembly lack the grace of God and risk damnation.
Genesis: The Foundation of Divine Revelation
By E.W. Bullinger0MAT 19:4MRK 7:4LUK 11:49JHN 1:51ACT 13:39HEB 10:28E.W. Bullinger emphasizes the foundational importance of the book of Genesis in understanding the entire Bible, as it serves as the seed-plot of God's Word and the basis of Divine Revelation. The historical facts in Genesis are confirmed by Divine authority, with numerous references in the New Testament validating its significance and truth. Genesis, along with the Book of the Law, is attributed to Moses, underscoring its foundational role in Scripture and its connection to subsequent inspiration.
Henricians
By William Cathcart0MRK 14:63LUK 24:48JHN 4:35ACT 1:8ACT 2:42ACT 4:31ACT 5:32HEB 10:28In this sermon, the preacher delves into the meaning of 'witnesses' (martus/martys) in the Bible, highlighting the dual role of a witness as one who has seen or experienced something and one who testifies to what they saw. The sermon emphasizes the importance of being a witness in legal settings and in recounting firsthand knowledge. It also explores how witnesses in the Bible attest to facts, give evidence, and confirm truth through verbal testimony. The preacher connects the concept of witnesses to the Old Testament 'formula' of 'two or three witnesses' and discusses how witnesses in Hebrews 11 exemplify faith in God. The sermon concludes by discussing the significance of being a witness for Jesus, even to the point of martyrdom, and how the power of the Holy Spirit enables believers to be effective witnesses to the truth of God and His coming judgment.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
He that despised Moses' law - Αθετησας· He that rejected it, threw it aside, and denied its Divine authority by presumptuous sinning, died without mercy - without any extenuation or mitigation of punishment; Num 15:30. Under two or three witnesses - That is, when convicted by the testimony of two or three respectable witnesses. See Deu 17:6.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Compare Heb 2:2-3; Heb 12:25. despised--"set at naught" [ALFORD]: utterly and heinously violated, not merely some minor detail, but the whole law and covenant; for example, by idolatry (Deu 17:2-7). So here apostasy answers to such an utter violation of the old covenant. died--Greek, "dies": the normal punishment of such transgression, then still in force. without mercy--literally, "mercies": removal out of the pale of mitigation, or a respite of his doom. under--on the evidence of.
John Gill Bible Commentary
For we know him that hath said,.... That is, God, whom the apostle and the Hebrews knew; not merely by the works of creation and providence, but by the Scriptures, which they were favoured with, and by which they were distinguished from the Gentiles, and by which they knew his being, nature, and perfections; particularly, that what he said he was able to perform, and that he was true and faithful to every word of his, and to what he has said, Deu 32:35 vengeance belongeth unto me, I will recompence, saith the Lord. Vengeance belongs to God, not as to the affection, as if there was any such passion in him; but as to the effect, there being that produced by him, which answers to the effect of such a passion among men, namely punishment: and punishment for sin belongs to God, against whom it is committed; and not to Heathen deities, one of which goes by the name of Vengeance, Act 28:4 nor to Satan, and his spiteful angels; nor to men, to exercise it in a private and personal way; though civil magistrates, being in God's stead, are allowed to exercise it in a public way, according to the laws of God: and there is good reason to believe, that what the Lord here says, "I will recompence", or revenge sin, shall be done; which may be concluded from his hatred of sin; from his purity, holiness, and justice; from his faithfulness to his word; from his omnipotence; from the notice he takes of sin, in his own people, in a way of chastisement, and correction; and from the vengeance he has poured on his own Son, as their surety. And again, in Deu 32:36 the Lord shall judge his people; such as are truly so, his chosen and covenant people, his redeemed and called ones; these he judges by chastising them in a fatherly way, that they may not be condemned with the world; and by governing and protecting them; and by vindicating and pleading their cause, and avenging them on their enemies: or else such as are only his people by profession; on these he will write a "Lo-ammi"; he distinguishes them from his own, and judges between them and his people, and will condemn them; nor will their profession screen them from his wrath and vengeance.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
10:28-29 The author argues from lesser to greater (see study note on 9:14). The lesser situation is the old punishment of death for a person who refused to obey the law of Moses (see Deut 13:6-11). The greater situation concerns those who reject Christ and treat him with contempt. • how much worse the punishment: Eternal damnation is the fate awaiting those who have rejected Christ. • The blood of the covenant, which made us holy, is Christ’s perfect sacrifice (9:11–10:18). • insulted and disdained the Holy Spirit: Those who reject the Spirit’s prompting and mercy deny the validity of the Good News and the superiority of Christ and his saving work (cp. Mark 3:22-30).