In Hebrews chapter one we have seen that Christ is superior to prophets because He is the final and complete revelation from the Father. So we must listen carefully the truth we have heard so that we may not drift away from Christ. Drifting is moving in the wrong direction from where ships are anchored. It is a slow process We drift not because of ignorance but of carelessness. Salvation is a gift from God and never neglect this precious gift. Christians should avoid drifting by growing in the knowledge of Christ and in His grace. If we are preoccupied with the world and neglect the gathering of believers, prayer, fellowship and the study of the Scriptures, we are prone to drift.
Hebrew Christians came to Christ from Jewish faith and ritualism. After they became followers of Christ, they suffered public ridicule and persecutions from Romans and Jews( 10:32,33). There was shame associated with the name of Jesus of Nazareth. For Jews the Crucifixion of Jesus was the ultimate disgrace and curse. Christianity was not a recognized religion. So many of them were tempted to go back to their old religion to avoid persecution and shame. These Christians were not anchored in Christ. So the author exhort and warn the believers to give more earnest heed to the things they have heard. Other wise they are in danger of drifting away from Christ. The law was given through the mediation of angels(Act 7:53). Disobedience of the law received just punishment. If so, how sever would be the punishment of those who neglect the great salvation proclaimed by Christ.
Christ is the author of the great salvation. It was first announced by Lord Himself. Those who were eye witnesses of Christ passed on this good news to us. It was verified by signs and wonders and various miracles and by giving gifts of the Holy Spirit.. Signs were to attest the divine nature of the message. Wonders show how it effected the people. Power points to God as the source of them. So the author asks, how can we escape if we neglect so great salvation. Why is it so great salvation? Because it cost the life of the only begotten Son of God (John 3:16). It is the only salvation for mankind(Act 4:12).It is the answer for man's fundamental problem and accessible to rich and poor. This is the great salvation because it is the eternal covenant between man and Holy God. Salvation is a gift from God and can not be earned by good works. Who ever calls upon the name of the Lord shall be saved (Rom10:13).
Author warns the readers about the danger of neglecting so great salvation. Those who do not take this Word seriously will drift away from Jesus Christ(2:1). Drifting can lead to doubting and hardness of heart(3:7-13). This would lead to dullness of hearing and lack of interest in the word of God(5:11).Those who neglect the Word will despise it sooner of later. This would lead them to sinful life style(10:26). Receiving the knowledge of the truth never save anyone but faith in the revealed truth of Jesus Christ. Those who despise the Word may refuse even to listen the Word of God and will not escape the judgement of God(12:25).
If you are drifting from Christ, there is no place to go. Jesus is waiting for you. He wants to welcome you and restore you to His fellowship. He is the anchor of our faith and hope. His Word reveals the great plan of salvation. Those who believe Him will be saved. He wants us to grow in the grace and in the knowledge of Jesus Christ. And do not neglect the study of the Scripture, the gathering of the believers and prayer. Let us surrender ourselves to Christ and anchored in Him, so that we may not drift from Him. May God help us!.
Hebrew Christians came to Christ from Jewish faith and ritualism. After they became followers of Christ, they suffered public ridicule and persecutions from Romans and Jews( 10:32,33). There was shame associated with the name of Jesus of Nazareth. For Jews the Crucifixion of Jesus was the ultimate disgrace and curse. Christianity was not a recognized religion. So many of them were tempted to go back to their old religion to avoid persecution and shame. These Christians were not anchored in Christ. So the author exhort and warn the believers to give more earnest heed to the things they have heard. Other wise they are in danger of drifting away from Christ. The law was given through the mediation of angels(Act 7:53). Disobedience of the law received just punishment. If so, how sever would be the punishment of those who neglect the great salvation proclaimed by Christ.
Christ is the author of the great salvation. It was first announced by Lord Himself. Those who were eye witnesses of Christ passed on this good news to us. It was verified by signs and wonders and various miracles and by giving gifts of the Holy Spirit.. Signs were to attest the divine nature of the message. Wonders show how it effected the people. Power points to God as the source of them. So the author asks, how can we escape if we neglect so great salvation. Why is it so great salvation? Because it cost the life of the only begotten Son of God (John 3:16). It is the only salvation for mankind(Act 4:12).It is the answer for man's fundamental problem and accessible to rich and poor. This is the great salvation because it is the eternal covenant between man and Holy God. Salvation is a gift from God and can not be earned by good works. Who ever calls upon the name of the Lord shall be saved (Rom10:13).
Author warns the readers about the danger of neglecting so great salvation. Those who do not take this Word seriously will drift away from Jesus Christ(2:1). Drifting can lead to doubting and hardness of heart(3:7-13). This would lead to dullness of hearing and lack of interest in the word of God(5:11).Those who neglect the Word will despise it sooner of later. This would lead them to sinful life style(10:26). Receiving the knowledge of the truth never save anyone but faith in the revealed truth of Jesus Christ. Those who despise the Word may refuse even to listen the Word of God and will not escape the judgement of God(12:25).
If you are drifting from Christ, there is no place to go. Jesus is waiting for you. He wants to welcome you and restore you to His fellowship. He is the anchor of our faith and hope. His Word reveals the great plan of salvation. Those who believe Him will be saved. He wants us to grow in the grace and in the knowledge of Jesus Christ. And do not neglect the study of the Scripture, the gathering of the believers and prayer. Let us surrender ourselves to Christ and anchored in Him, so that we may not drift from Him. May God help us!.
