Hebrews 10:32-39

I.  Remember how you endured in the past.

   a.  They had endured great suffering and public scorn.

-endured = hupomeno = patiently bear, patiently and hopefully endure

-conflict = athlesis = fighting, conflict, contest, struggle

-public spectacle = theatrizo = bring upon the stage, hold up to derision

-thlipsis = pressure, trouble, affliction

   b.  They had shared with those who also suffered.

   c.  They had joyfully accepted the confiscation of their possessions.

-lasting = meno = remain, abide

-Luke 6:22

-Bruce "The inheritance laid up for them was so real in their eyes that they could lightheartedly bid farewell to material possessions, which were short-lived in any case."

 

  II.  Continue to persevere to the end.

   a.  Continued endurance will receive God's promised reward

-Hughes "Perseverance does not earn salvation, but rather is prime facie evidence of saving grace."

-Matt. 24:13

   b.  Don't shrink back, persevere faith.

-Hab 2:3-4

-shrink back = hupostello = draw back, withdraw oneself

 

Why remember?

1. To be challenged by past endurance.

2. To be reminded of God's faithfulness and power to sustain.