Hebrews: A Jewish Epistle in Contemporary Times, A Great Cloud of Witnesses Speaking

The author of Hebrews is writing to Jewish believers in Messiah Yeshua/Jesus who are considering turning back, to what? To the angels, to the Temple, to Moses, to Aaron, to the sacrifices, to their past. In a powerful and profound way, the author is speaking not only to the hearts of Jewish disciples who are wavering under the pressure of following Yeshua, but also to people today who are wavering in faith. 

In this episode we consider Hebrews 11:1-7, and the anaphora of "by faith." Why does the author continue to use this device? It seems he is making a powerful point that we can often overlook. If it is impossible to please the Lord without faith, how might those in faith please Him? Give a listen! 

Hebrews: A Jewish Epistle in Contemporary Times, A Great Cloud of Witnesses Speaking

The author of Hebrews is writing to Jewish believers in Messiah Yeshua/Jesus who are considering turning back, to what? To the angels, to the Temple, to Moses, to Aaron, to the sacrifices, to their past. In a powerful and profound way, the author is speaking not only to the hearts of Jewish disciples who are wavering under the pressure of following Yeshua, but also to people today who are wavering in faith. 

In this episode we consider Hebrews 10:36, 39; 11:1-3, as the author turns our attention to those who have lived "by faith." From the beginning of this epistle, the author has persuaded his audience as to the superiority of Messiah Yeshua/Jesus, now he points us to those who have lived "by faith," and to Whom they were "faith-ing." Be encouraged friends, we have a great cloud of witnesses surrounding us!

Hebrews: A Jewish Epistle in Contemporary Times, A Great Cloud of Witnesses Speaking

The author of Hebrews is writing to Jewish believers in Messiah Yeshua/Jesus who are considering turning back, to what? To the angels, to the Temple, to Moses, to Aaron, to the sacrifices, to their past. In a powerful and profound way, the author is speaking not only to the hearts of Jewish disciples who are wavering under the pressure of following Yeshua, but also to people today who are wavering in faith. 

In this episode we consider Hebrews 10:32-39, in the narrowing way of following Messiah Yeshua/Jesus, we can and should expect trials. These circumstances can cause our endurance to wane, but we must continue to look to the founder and perfecter of our faith, Messiah. 

Hebrews: A Jewish Epistle in Contemporary Times, A Great Cloud of Witnesses Speaking

The author of Hebrews is writing to Jewish believers in Messiah Yeshua/Jesus who are considering turning back, to what? To the angels, to the Temple, to Moses, to Aaron, to the sacrifices, to their past. In a powerful and profound way, the author is speaking not only to the hearts of Jewish disciples who are wavering under the pressure of following Yeshua, but also to people today who are wavering in faith. 

In this episode we consider Hebrews 10:19-31, and a very stern warning regarding "drifting away." The author draws upon the overarching theme of Yom Kippur in order to establish the mystery of grace, then points to the One Who is greater than Yom Kippur, Messiah Yeshua/Jesus.

Hebrews: A Jewish Epistle in Contemporary Times, A Great Cloud of Witnesses Speaking

The author of Hebrews is writing to Jewish believers in Messiah Yeshua/Jesus who are considering turning back, to what? To the angels, to the Temple, to Moses, to Aaron, to the sacrifices, to their past. In a powerful and profound way, the author is speaking not only to the hearts of Jewish disciples who are wavering under the pressure of following Yeshua, but also to people today who are wavering in faith. 

In this episode we consider Hebrews 10:1-18, the once for all sacrifice for sins, and how we can trust Yeshua/Jesus, relying on this promise: "I will remember their sins and their lawless deeds no more.”  

Hebrews: A Jewish Epistle in Contemporary Times, A Great Cloud of Witnesses Speaking

The author of Hebrews is writing to Jewish believers in Messiah Yeshua/Jesus who are considering turning back, to what? To the angels, to the Temple, to Moses, to Aaron, to the sacrifices, to their past. In a powerful and profound way, the author is speaking not only to the hearts of Jewish disciples who are wavering under the pressure of following Yeshua, but also to people today who are wavering in faith. 

In this episode we consider Hebrews 9:23-28, the type, the shadow, the sanctifying work of Messiah Yeshua/Jesus, and the examples we follow. 

Hebrews: A Jewish Epistle in Contemporary Times, A Great Cloud of Witnesses Speaking

The author of Hebrews is writing to Jewish believers in Messiah Yeshua/Jesus who are considering turning back, to what? To the angels, to the Temple, to Moses, to Aaron, to the sacrifices, to their past. In a powerful and profound way, the author is speaking not only to the hearts of Jewish disciples who are wavering under the pressure of following Yeshua, but also to people today who are wavering in faith. 

In this episode we consider Hebrews 9:15-22, and the unilateral covenant of the Lord. 

Hebrews: A Jewish Epistle in Contemporary Times, A Great Cloud of Witnesses Speaking

The author of Hebrews is writing to Jewish believers in Messiah Yeshua/Jesus who are considering turning back, to what? To the angels, to the Temple, to Moses, to Aaron, to the sacrifices, to their past. In a powerful and profound way, the author is speaking not only to the hearts of Jewish disciples who are wavering under the pressure of following Yeshua, but also to people today who are wavering in faith. 

In this episode we consider Hebrews 9:1-14, and the supra-rational statute that teaches us so much about our healing in Messiah Yeshua/Jesus. 

Hebrews: A Jewish Epistle in Contemporary Times, A Great Cloud of Witnesses Speaking

The author of Hebrews is writing to Jewish believers in Messiah Yeshua/Jesus who are considering turning back, to what? To the angels, to the Temple, to Moses, to Aaron, to the sacrifices, to their past. In a powerful and profound way, the author is speaking not only to the hearts of Jewish disciples who are wavering under the pressure of following Yeshua, but also to people today who are wavering in faith. 

In this episode we consider Hebrews 8:6-13, and the better promises, those fulfilled and those yet to come!

Hebrews: A Jewish Epistle in Contemporary Times, A Great Cloud of Witnesses Speaking

The author of Hebrews is writing to Jewish believers in Messiah Yeshua/Jesus who are considering turning back, to what? To the angels, to the Temple, to Moses, to Aaron, to the sacrifices, to their past. In a powerful and profound way, the author is speaking not only to the hearts of Jewish disciples who are wavering under the pressure of following Yeshua, but also to people today who are wavering in faith. 

In this episode we consider Hebrews 8:1-7, and the authors further argument that the ministry and work of Messiah is a better covenant with “better covenant” and the “better promises.”