Hebrews 13. Works of Righteousness

Paul concluded his epistle to the Hebrews with some brief teachings and statements of counsel. Read Hebrews 13 and find statements about the following questions:

• How should we treat strangers and those “in bonds”? We should "treat our neighbors as ourselves." If were to also be in bonds, how would we treat ourselves? We should ask ourselves these questions. 

• How is marriage looked upon? Marriage is to be honored and respected, and judged only by God when it comes to adultery and disloyalty.

• What warnings are given about covetousness? It is never good to be "obsessed" or "addicted" to something that can affect our moral choices. Coveting gets in the way of us wanting to be more like Christ. 

• What is “the same yesterday, and to day, and for ever”? Jesus is considered the "same yesterday, and today, and forever."

• How are we sanctified? We are sanctified through the empowering Atonement of Jesus Christ who died for our sins. 

• How do we respond to those who rule over us? We should always respond respectfully to those who rule over us, even if we disagree or dislike something they say. They have are entitled to receive respect, and it is our duty to give it. 

• Who did Paul ask the people to pray for? Paul asked the people to pray for the church leaders and for Him. This is something we should include in our daily prayers.