Enduring Faith

The devotion that I did today comes from Hebrews 12. The book of Hebrews does not have a known author. The author wrote this book for the purpose to present the sufficiency and superiority of Christ to Hebrew Christians. This was written more specifically for Hebrew Christians who were considering a return to Judaism. These people were probably exploring the possibility of converting their faith, due to the lack of understanding Biblical truth.
The twelfth chapter of Hebrews focuses on the importance of endurance in our faith. This chapter elaborates on the perseverance we need to overcome endangering sins and trials. How we choose to persevere through these things is seen as a tester of one’s faith. If we fall into these sins and transgressions there will be Godly consequences. Godly consequences may seem harsh to some ears, but this only shows God, the Father, loves us. Hebrews 12:6 says this, “because the Lord disciplines the one he loves, and he chastens everyone he accepts as his son.” It is for our own protection that we face his consequences. The Father loves us and does not want us to put ourselves in danger. If we do not receive consequences then we will not break those chains; which will put us in harm’s way. He knows what is best for us, and he has promised to bring us through anything if we hand our trust over to him. Only through this can we be healed with his power within us.