Pressing On To Maturity (1/18/26)
An Introduction to Hebrews
The Christian life is like a spiritual marathon where believers can become fatigued and tempted to give up before reaching the finish line. The Book of Hebrews addresses this challenge by calling Christians to press on to maturity despite difficulties. Four main dangers threaten our spiritual progress: yielding to sin, neglecting church attendance, fearing persecution, and accepting false teaching. Sin hardens our hearts and entangles us like trying to run in a snowsuit. Regular church attendance is essential for spiritual growth and discipleship. Fear of persecution can cause believers to tone down their commitment to Christ. False teachings that contradict Scripture lead us away from Christ rather than toward Him. Despite these dangers, believers can successfully press on because Jesus lives within us as the pioneer of our faith, helping us through obedience to reach spiritual maturity.