DiscipleDeck
Get started
Bible Commentary

Hebrews 6:11

Hebrews 6:11

The Pulpit Commentary · Joseph S. Exell and contributors · Public Domain

But we desire ( ἐπιθυμοῦμεν—expressing earnest desire— οὐκ ἔιπε θέλω ἀλλ ὅ πατρικῆς ἤν φιλοστοργίᾳς καὶ πλέον τοῦ θέλειν ἐπιθυμοῦμεν, Chrysostom) that every one of you (all of you without exception) do show the same diligence unto the full assurance (or simply fullness; for the meaning of πληροφορία, of.

; 1 Thessalonians 1:5; ) of hope even to the end (i.e. evince the same diligence in this regard as you have already shown in your works of charity: "eandem in spe et fide quam in amore," Bengel).

The Daily Devotional

One devotional. Every morning.

The full reading, the passage behind it, and where to go deeper — in your inbox before the day starts. No ads, ever.

We'll send one email to confirm it's really you. Unsubscribe in one tap, any time.

Continue tomorrow

Turn Bible study into a daily habit

Read today's devotional, save your progress, and receive a gentle daily reminder.

Read today's devotionalSave my progress

Recommended reading

More for Hebrews 6:11

Continue with other commentaries and DiscipleDeck content connected to this verse, chapter, or topic.

Other commentaries

Hebrews 6 — OverviewHebrews 6 · Matthew Henry's Commentary on the Whole BibleIn this chapter the apostle proceeds to persuade the Hebrews to make a better proficiency in religion than they had done, as the best way to prevent apostasy, the dreadful nature and consequences of which sin he…Hebrews 6 — OverviewHebrews 6 · Treasury of Scripture KnowledgeHebrews 6:1, He exhorts not to fall back from the faith; Hebrews 6:11, but to be stedfast, Hebrews 6:12. diligent, and patient to wait upon God; Hebrews 6:13, because God is most sure in his promise.Hebrews 6 — OverviewHebrews 6 · John Gill's Exposition of the Entire BibleIn this chapter the apostle exhorts the believing Hebrews not to rest in the rudiments of the Christian religion they had learned; and much less to lay them again in the foundation after the Jewish manner, of which he…Hebrews 6:1-20Hebrews 6:1-20 · The Pulpit CommentaryEXPOSITION Hebrews 6:1, Hebrews 6:2 Wherefore (since it is so incumbent on us to advance out of the state of milk-fed infants), leaving the principles of the doctrine of Christ, let us press on unto perfection (…Hebrews 6:9-20Hebrews 6:9-20 · Matthew Henry's Commentary on the Whole BibleThe apostle, having applied himself to the fears of the Hebrews, in order to excite their diligence and prevent their apostasy, now proceeds to apply himself to their hopes, and candidly declares the good hope…Hebrews 6:9-12Hebrews 6:9-12 · The Pulpit CommentaryConfident expectation. I. THE PERSUASION AND PROOF OF THEIR HOPEFUL CONDITION. After the solemn and alarming appeals to their conscience, the inspired writer addresses them with brotherly affection, and, having styled…
commentaryRecommended resourceExplore this resource connected to the verse you are reading.commentaryRecommended resourceExplore this resource connected to the verse you are reading.commentaryRecommended resourceExplore this resource connected to the verse you are reading.devotion The Anchor in the StormIf your hope is anchored in your success, your relationships, or your health, you will sink when the storm hits. Hook your anchor to the Throne Room. Here is how to make your soul storm-proof.DiscipleDeckdevotion The Final ScoreLive with one eye on the plow (doing your work today) and one eye on the sky (waiting for Him). You are on the winning team. When you see bad news on TV, remind yourself: "This is just the third quarter. I know the final score."Discipledeck devotionThe Golden Chain You are not holding onto a rope; you are held by a chain. Your salvation started in the mind of God before time began, and it will finish in the presence of God when time ends. You are safe. Read Romans 8:31-39 today—it is the victory song of the Golden ChainDiscipledecksermonDiscourse 3Sermon 23 Upon our Lord’s Sermon on the Mount Discourse 3 “Blessed are the pure in heart: For they shall see God. “Blessed are the peacemakers: For they...John WesleysermonDiscourse 4Sermon 24 Upon our Lord’s Sermon on the Mount Discourse 4 “Ye are the salt of the earth. But if the salt hath lost its savour, wherewith shall it be salted?...John Wesley