Homilist Hebrews 6:11-12 And we desire that every one of you do show the same diligence to the full assurance of hope to the end:… I. They have reached A VERY ELEVATED POSITION. 1. Vast possessions. 2. Sublime fellowships. 3. Perfect enjoyments. 4. Celestial royalties. II. They have reached an elevated position THROUGH A CERTAIN COURSE OF SPIRITUAL CONDUCT. 1. Faith — in Christ as the All-wise, All-loving, Almighty Saviour. 2. Patience — implying (1) Sensibility; (2) Suffering; (3) Waiting. III. The course of spiritual conduct by which they reached their exalted position is BINDING ON ALL SURVIVORS. 1. We must imitate them. 2. With earnestness. (Homilist.) Parallel Verses KJV: And we desire that every one of you do shew the same diligence to the full assurance of hope unto the end:WEB: We desire that each one of you may show the same diligence to the fullness of hope even to the end, |
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