'Heb 13:1-6

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Heb 13:1-25 MISCELLANEOUS INSTRUCTIONS

Hospitality, marriage and wealth (Heb 13:1-6)

Before closing his letter, the writer gives instruction on a variety of matters that need attention. First, Christians should act with love, not only towards those within their church, but also towards strangers.

Some of these visitors may be messengers God has sent to them (cf. Gen 18:1-8; 19:1-3).

They should also help fellow Christians who are imprisoned or in some other way suffering ill-treatment (Heb 13:1-3).

Second, Christians must remember that sexual relations are honourable only between husband and wife. God will deal severely with those who behave otherwise (Heb 13:4).

Third, the desire to be wealthy shows a lack of faith, for God has promised to help and provide for his children. He will not leave them to face life alone (Heb 13:5-6).