A) We have arrived at the prime place of the Book of Hebrews, chapter 12. Yes, chapter twelve 12, following on the heels of Chapter 11, is the epicenter. It is the purpose of this epistle. Because things are tough, the person who wrote this epistle reminds us how to endure.
B) The word, therefore, is the key in Chapter 12, as it links us fully back to Chapter 11. It helps us understand that this is the conclusion based on the entirety of the Hall of Fame of Faith. As Christians, we should think of the importance of this understanding and how it applies to our personal lives.
C) The scripture does not mince words. Lay aside every hindrance. That’s a nice way of saying, drop what’s killing us. And put aside the sin that so easily ensnares us. We often call this the besetting sin. It’s simple to figure out what sin this is. When I say the phrase besetting sin, what sin comes to your mind? That’s your besetting sin.
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