15 (Y)Through him then let us continually offer up (Z)a sacrifice of praise to God, that is, (AA)the fruit of lips that acknowledge his name. The Founder of Salvation. “Loving hearts must speak. “The apostle had exhorted the Hebrew believers to pray for him in the words, ‘Pray for us;’ and then, as if to show that he did not ask of them what he was not himself. 14 But each person is tempted when he is lured and enticed by his own desire. Now may the God of peace: In this blessing God is first recognized in His attributes: peace, power (brought up our Lord Jesus from the dead), loving care (that great Shepherd), and ever giving love (the blood of the everlasting covenant). Hebrews 13:6 Parallel Verses [⇓ See commentary ⇓] Hebrews 13:6, NIV: "So we say with confidence, 'The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid.What can mere mortals do to me?'" Note that blocking some types of cookies may impact your experience on our websites and the services we are able to offer. Because these cookies are strictly necessary to deliver the website, refuseing them will have impact how our site functions. 13 Therefore let us go to him outside the camp and bear the reproach he endured. In the grammar of the ancient Greek language, pray is in the present imperative verb tense. i. Therefore from their ways shall the false prophet and the true prophet be known. i. 17 Obey your leaders and submit to them, for they are keeping watch over your souls, as those who will have to give an account. Grace be with you all indeed, under what God has given through the superior Savior, Jesus Christ! (13) But to which of the angels.—The final appeal is made to that Psalm which more frequently than any other is quoted in reference to Christ, and which we have already seen to be the source of all the New Testament references to … Do not forget to entertain strangers, for by so, : The writer to the Hebrews used the ancient Greek word, : This is a simple and practical way that. 20 Now (AJ)may the God of peace (AK)who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, (AL)the great shepherd of the sheep, by (AM)the blood of the eternal covenant, 21 (AN)equip you with everything good that you may do his will, (AO)working in us[b] that which is pleasing in his sight, through Jesus Christ, (AP)to whom be glory forever and ever. Amen. c. Let them do so with joy and not with grief, for that would be unprofitable for you: Cooperative conduct is not only a joy to leaders, but it is profitable for the whole body. 15 Through him then let us continually offer up a sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of lips that acknowledge his name. 1:7; [1 Pet. But this will always prompt you to accept/refuse cookies when revisiting our site. 29:14 the bodies of those animals whose blood is brought into the holy places by the high priest as a sacrifice for sin are burned # ver. 6:25, Cited from Josh. “What proceeds from the lips is regarded as fruit, which reveals the character of its source, as the fruit of a tree reveals the nature of the tree.” (Guthrie), ii. ©2018 David Guzik – No distribution beyond personal use without permission. We may request cookies to be set on your device. Click to enable/disable Google reCaptcha. Click to enable/disable _gat_* - Google Analytics Cookie. We all need and should welcome the prayers of others. 9 Do not be (O)led away by diverse and strange teachings, for it is good for the heart to be strengthened by grace, (P)not by foods, which have not benefited those devoted to them. Hebrews 4:1–13 Therefore, while the promise of entering his rest still stands, let us fear lest any of you should seem n to have failed to reach it. Otherwise you will be prompted again when opening a new browser window or new a tab. Context Summary Hebrews 13:7–17 contains practical instructions for the Christian believer. 8 Jesus Christ is (N)the same yesterday and today and forever. Hebrews 13:13 Parallel Verses [⇓ See commentary ⇓] Hebrews 13:13, NIV: "Let us, then, go to him outside the camp, bearing the disgrace he bore." Those from Italy greet you. Pray for us; for we are confident that we have a good conscience, in all things desiring to live honorably. a. Obey those who rule over you, and be submissive: We are to be submissive to the leaders God gives us (assuming they have the character mentioned in Hebrews 13:7). This is difficult to speak about today, because many who aren’t married feel put off by an emph… ( D) Remember those who are in prison, as though in prison with them, and those who are mistreated, since you also are in the body. 7 Remember (L)your leaders, those who spoke to you the word of God. b. Try it free for 30 days. 13 1 Let brotherly love continue. 1:22; 2 Pet. These follow major themes from the rest of this letter, including perseverance, peacefulness, and praise. 5 Keep your life (G)free from love of money, and (H)be content with what you have, for he has said, (I)“I will never leave you nor forsake you.” 6 So we can confidently say, (J)“The Lord is my helper;    (K)I will not fear;what can man do to me?”. Forget not to shew love unto strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares. i. Read verse in English Standard Version Toggle navigation Changes will take effect once you reload the page. Some however simply take the everlasting covenant as another name for the New Covenant. Amen! Created by a team of more than 100 leading evangelical scholars and pastors, the ESV Bible emphasizes 'word-for-word' accuracy, literary excellence, and depth of meaning. This shows how seriously he regarded their prayers for him. 1. Hebrews 13:1. Let them do so with joy and not with grief, for that would be unprofitable for you. Marriage is honorable among all, and the bed undefiled; but fornicators and adulterers God will judge. 5 Keep your … 11:10, 16; 12:28; Mic. Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers. Do not forget to entertain strangers, for by so doing some have unwittingly entertained angels. Hebrews 13:4 English Standard Version (ESV). But do not forget to do good and to share, for with such sacrifices God is well pleased: Praise is not the only sacrifice that pleases God. Hebrews 13. b. Remember the prisoners as if chained with them; those who are mistreated; since you yourselves are in the body also. Copyright © 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Let them do this with joy and not with groaning, for that would be of no advantage to you. Marriage is honorable among all: The Bible holds high the ideal of married life and the institution of family. c. Make you complete in every good work: This expresses the desire for blessing, wanting God’s working in you, and all through Jesus Christ. Hebrews 13:1English Standard Version (ESV) Sacrifices Pleasing to God 13 Let brotherly love continue. 2 (B)Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby (C)some have entertained angels unawares. It is the love of deep friendship and partnership. The following cookies are also needed - You can choose if you want to allow them: You can read about our cookies and privacy settings in detail on our Privacy Policy Page. Please see our Privacy Policy for cookie usage details. Let brotherly love continue. i. 15 Then desire x … Grace be with you all. We fully respect if you want to refuse cookies but to avoid asking you again and again kindly allow us to store a cookie for that. 4. Hebrews 12 James 1 ... Hebrews 13:13 English Standard Version (ESV) 13 ... An integrated digital Bible study library - including complete notes from the Believer's Bible Commentary and the Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible (NIV and NRSV) - is just a step away! Hebrews 13:1-2. Click to enable/disable _gid - Google Analytics Cookie. As those who must give account: We obey and submit to our leaders because God put them in a place of responsibility and accountability over us. i. We also please God with sacrifice when we do good and share. These cookies are strictly necessary to provide you with services available through our website and to use some of its features. (AG)Let them do this with joy and not with groaning, for that would be of no advantage to you. 2:17; 3:8; 1 John 3:10; 4:7, 20, 21], 1 Tim. If you refuse cookies we will remove all set cookies in our domain. a. Pray for us: The writer to the Hebrews considered it important that others pray for him. Willing to give, he utters this most wonderful prayer for them. 3 x Remember those who are in prison, as though in prison with them, and those who are mistreated, since you also are in the body. And every prophet that speaks in the Spirit you shall neither try nor judge; for every sin shall be forgiven, but this one sin shall not be forgiven. But these words only tell us that the writer knew Timothy and that he planned to visit his readers soon. Hebrews 13:4, ESV: "Let marriage be held in honor among all, and let the marriage bed be undefiled, for God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterous." 10 We have an altar from which those who serve the tent[ a] have no right to eat. Amen. This text also continues to parallel components of the old covenant with the ministry of Jesus Christ. Hebrews 13:13 - ESV - Therefore let us go to him outside the camp and... Study verse in the English Standard Version 23 You should know that (AR)our brother Timothy has been released, with whom I shall see you if he comes soon. After asking his readers to pray for him, the writer to the Hebrews prays for his readers. a. Hebrews 13:9, ESV: "Do not be led away by diverse and strange teachings, for it is good for the heart to be strengthened by grace, not by foods, which have not benefited those devoted to them." Here are earnest exhortations to … [Let your] conversation [be] without love of money, satisfied with [your] present circumstances; for *he* has said, … It is spoken out unto the Lord, either is prose or in song. “A teacher should teach us to submit to God, not to himself.” (Chuck Smith). b. ( B) Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby. 12 u Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive v the crown of life, w which God has promised to those who love him. What can man do to me?”, Remember those who rule over you, who have spoken the word of God to you, whose faith follow, considering the outcome of, Do not be carried about with various and strange doctrines. 14 For (X)here we have no lasting city, but we seek the city that is to come. SUNDRY EXHORTATIONS. 2 For good news came to us just as to them, but the message they heard did not benefit them, because o they were not united by faith with those who listened. Those who come from Italy send you greetings. 18 (AH)Pray for us, for we are sure that we have a clear conscience, desiring to act honorably in all things. Upgrade to Bible Gateway Plus, and take your Bible knowledge to a new level this year! For by so doing some have unwittingly entertained angels, Remember the prisoners as if chained with them, Marriage is honorable among all, and the bed undefiled, But fornicators and adulterers God will judge, Let your conduct be without covetousness; be content, Not that I speak in regard to need, for I have learned in whatever state I am, to be content: I know how to be abased, and I know how to abound. You can also change some of your preferences. You always can block or delete cookies by changing your browser settings and force blocking all cookies on this website. 3 (D)Remember those who are in prison, as though in prison with them, and those who are mistreated, since you also are in the body. But not everyone that speaks in the Spirit is a prophet; but only if he holds the ways of the Lord. 1:19], Matt. Let every apostle that comes to you be received as the Lord. He knew that prayer could remove those obstacles. The ESV Bible (English Standard Version) is an 'essentially literal' translation of the Bible in contemporary English. 19 I urge you the more earnestly to do this in order (AI)that I may be restored to you the sooner. But he shall not remain except one day; but if there be need, also the next; but if he remains three days, he is a false prophet. We are simply told to obey those who rule over us. 13 Therefore let us go to him outside the camp and bear (W)the reproach he endured. 5 For it was not to angels that God subjected the world to come, of which … Hebrews 13:1-25Let love of the brethren continue. The Founder of Salvation. 2 Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels unawares. Due to security reasons we are not able to show or modify cookies from other domains. 2. Commentary on Hebrews 13:1-6 (Read Hebrews 13:1-6) The design of Christ in giving himself for us, is, that he may purchase to himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works; and true religion is the strongest bond of friendship. c. Grace be with you all: This is a fitting end for a book that documents the passing of the Old Covenant and the institution of the New Covenant. 3 Remember those who are in prison, as though in prison with them, and those who are mistreated, since you also are in the body. 5 Keep your … Hebrews 13:13. Amen. Praise and worship are important, but the Christian’s obligation does not end there. 1:12; John 8:58; Rev. Therefore let us go forth to Him, outside the camp, bearing His reproach, For here we have no continuing city, but we seek the one to come, Therefore by Him let us continually offer the sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of, Therefore by Him let us continually offer the sacrifice of praise to God, But do not forget to do good and to share, for with such sacrifices God is well pleased, : Praise is not the only sacrifice that pleases God. And when the apostle goes away, let him take nothing but bread… but if he asks for money, he is a false prophet. 4 Let marriage be held in honor among all, and let the marriage bed be undefiled, for God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterous. Crossway Bibles, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. 2:10]; See Eph. In Acts 13:15 the phrase word of exhortation refers to a sermon. When speaking on the authority of God’s Word, leaders do have a right to tell us how to live and walk after God. His desire was to write a word of exhortation to encourage discouraged Christians, both then and now. ESV® Text Edition: 2016. 11 For the bodies of those animals whose blood is brought into the holy places by the high priest as a … a. 4 y Let marriage be held in honor among all, and let the marriage bed be undefiled, for God will judge z the … 4:11]; See Matt. 10 We have an altar (Q)from which those who serve the tent[a] have no right to eat. 9:13; 10:18] from which those who serve the tent # 13:10 Or tabernacle have no right to eat. If you do not want that we track your visit to our site you can disable tracking in your browser here: We also use different external services like Google Webfonts, Google Maps, and external Video providers. Perhaps the writer to the Hebrews means in Hebrews 13:22 that he gives his readers a written sermon. For, Do not be carried about with various and strange doctrines, For it is good that the heart be established by grace, not with foods which have not profited those who have been occupied with them, We have an altar from which those who serve the tabernacle have no right to eat, Jesus… suffered outside the gate. The Holy Bible, English Standard Version. It seems to me that a dumb Christian, a man who is thankful for Christ’s sacrifice and never feels the need to say so, is as great an anomaly as either of these I have described.” (Maclaren), iii. Hebrews 13:5 Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have, for he has said, "I will never leave you nor forsake you." a. Hebrews 13:13, ESV: "Therefore let us go to him outside the camp and bear the reproach he endured." Consider the outcome of their way of life, and (M)imitate their faith. Greet all those who rule over you, and all the saints. 3. We provide you with a list of stored cookies on your computer in our domain so you can check what we stored. 37:25; 2 Cor. 13 Let (A)brotherly love continue. NIV 1 Keep on loving one another as brothers and sisters. 13 Let brotherly love continue. Some take the idea of the everlasting covenant to express the covenant that existed before the foundation of the world between the Persons of the Godhead, working together for the salvation of man. 13 outside the camp. Now may the God of peace: This is a blessing in the style of the priestly blessing of Numbers 6:22-27: The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make His face shine upon you, and be gracious to you; the LORD lift up His countenance upon you, and give you peace. We also please God with sacrifice when we, Obey those who rule over you, and be submissive, Let them do so with joy and not with grief, for that would be unprofitable for you, Pray for us; for we are confident that we have a good conscience, in all things desiring to live honorably. Know that, Bear with the word of exhortation, for I have written to you in few words, Know that our brother Timothy has been set free, with whom I shall see you if he comes shortly, © Copyright - Enduring Word       |      . Now may the God of peace who brought up our Lord Jesus from the dead, that great Shepherd of the sheep, through the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you complete in every good work to do His will, working in you what is well pleasing in His sight, through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory forever and ever. Sadly, some take the idea of submission to leaders in the church much too far. 13:9, KJV: `` let us go forth Therefore unto him without the camp and bear reproach... 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