And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased. Hebrews 13:16
“The anonymous letter to the “Hebrews” provides the interpreter with neither the identity of the author nor that of the recipients. We do not know when it was written, and the location of both author and recipients remains unclear. Nevertheless, its message remains clear and pertinent: God’s favor and benefits are worth the cost of keeping faith with Him, no matter how great the pressure society places on the disciples to mute their witness and compromise their obedient response to God’s generosity. The cost paid by the Son to bring the disciples into God’s favor, moreover, necessitates their perseverance in fidelity to that relationship.”
David DeSilva in An Introduction to the New Testament: Contexts, Methods, and Ministry Formation (Downers Grove: IVP Academic, 2004) 1809.
This post makes sense where I find myself today. Pray for me as I wrap up commitments in India today.
“God’s favor and benefits are worth the cost of keeping faith with Him, no matter how great the pressure society places on the disciples to mute their witness and compromise their obedient response to God’s generosity.”
I will finish the trip report and start the long journey home late tonight. Reply if you want a copy.