​Week 10, Day 2

​Week 10, Day 2
March 8, 2022
Scripture: Hebrews 3
 
“But encourage one another daily, as long as it is called “Today,” so that none of you may be hardened by sin’s deceitfulness. We have come to share in Christ, if indeed we hold firmly till the end our original conviction. As has just been said: “Today, if you hear his voice, do not harden your hearts as you did in the rebellion.” Who were they who heard and rebelled? Were they not all those Moses led out of Egypt?” (Hebrews 3:13–16, TNIV) 
 
 
The Hebrews preacher is revealing the purpose of his writing. People are rebelling against God. Just like the days of the Exodus concerning the rebellion of the Israelites, there are those who are turning from God now as well. At the heart of his message is encouragement. “We have come to share in Christ. Hold on to him!” 
 
As we explore the book of Hebrews, it is important that we are encouraged in our faith as well. The book is a call to turn to Christ and remember that we share our life in Him. He has set our lives free from sin and death. He is the great priest, and great sacrifice.
 
All throughout the book we will hear why Jesus is better and worthy of our lives. 
 
It is my hope, for my own life, and yours, that we would not harden our hearts but that we would open our hearts to God. Take time to pray today. Open your heart to God. Spend time in His Word.
 
Two Parables of Jesus come to mind when I read this text: 1) The Parable of the Sower: Do I have ears to hear and 2) The Parable of the Prodigal Son: Do I know of my Father’s love for me?
 
Do not harden your heart to God. He’s there, ready to listen and share with you today.