The First Sentence in the Book of Hebrews

Discussion in 'Baptist Theology & Bible Study' started by Guido, Dec 7, 2022.

  1. canadyjd Well-Known Member

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    I understand your point. Please understand mine.

    You are applying a modern way of preaching to a first century document. It might flow just fine as a modern sermon. That is not evidence it was used, intact, as a first century sermon.

    I have already acknowledged elements of Hebrews were likely part of separate Apostolic teachings.

    The letter is identified by the author as being a letter. Beyond that, no need to speculate.

    Hebrews is a powerful testimony of the superiority of Jesus Christ and the new covenant to the OT Law and the Mosaic covenant that was but a shadow of things to come. I’m certain we agree on that.

    peace to you
     
  2. AustinC Well-Known Member

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    No, I am not. Compare Hebrews to Peter and Paul's recorded sermons. See the structure and the intended audience and decide for yourself. I think the argument has merit. It's not something one would ever break fellowship over, but I see the merit in Hebrews being a recorded sermon.
     
  3. canadyjd Well-Known Member

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    Ok, we disagree. Thanks for the conversation

    peace to you