'Heb 9:19-25

Back to Hebrews~

Back to Contents

Heb 10:19-12:29 THE ENDURANCE OF GENUINE FAITH

The new covenant brings confidence (Heb 10:19-25)

Access to God’s presence was limited under the old covenant. Only the high priest could pass through the curtain that closed the entrance to the Most Holy Place, and then only at certain times and under strict conditions. But now that Christ, by his death, has atoned for sin and opened the way to God, all God’s people are able to come before him. They can do so confidently, yet with the reverence and purity that the old ceremonies symbolized (Heb 10:19-22).

To fight against the tendency to lose heart, they must trust firmly in God’s promises, help each other in everyday affairs, and meet regularly to encourage each other in the faith (Heb 10:23-25).