Hebrews 6:9

Translations

Modern

Even though we speak like this, beloved, we are convinced of better things in your case—things that accompany salvation.

Traditional

But, beloved, we are persuaded better things of you, and things that accompany salvation, though we thus speak.

Literal

But even if we speak thus. beloved, we are persuaded of better things concerning you, and things belonging to salvation.

Latin

Confidimus autem de vobis dilectissimi meliora, et viciniora saluti: tametsi ita loquimur.

Original

Greek

English

Even though we speak like this, beloved, we are convinced of better things in your case—things that accompany salvation.

Notes

Hebrews 6:9

we are convinced: Skilled speakers and writers show confidence in their audience to inspire them (see Romans 15:14).
The author believes his hearers' lives show they truly know God, including their salvation. In the New Testament, salvation mainly refers to Christ’s work on the cross (Hebrews 5:9 –10; see also study note on 2:3). Hebrews highlights the completion of salvation at the end of time (9:28).

Hebrews 6:9–12

After giving a strong warning to his hearers (Hebrews 6:4 –8), the author now softens it by calling them beloved. He shows confidence in them and offers more encouragement.

Hebrews 5:11–6:20

After starting to talk about the role of Jesus as high priest (Hebrews 5:1 –10), the author addresses the audience with several encouragements (5:11–6:20). This change in the sermon or speech aimed to capture the listeners' attention.

Theme notes and profiles

The Cities of Refuge

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Hebrews 10:39
But we are not of those who shrink back and are destroyed, but of those who have faith and preserve their souls.
Galatians 5:22–23
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,
2 Corinthians 7:10
Godly sorrow brings repentance that leads to salvation without regret, but worldly sorrow brings death.
Hebrews 6:4–6
It is impossible for those who have once been enlightened, who have tasted the heavenly gift, who have shared in the Holy Spirit,
Matthew 5:3–12
“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Hebrews 2:3
…how shall we escape if we neglect such a great salvation? This salvation was first announced by the Lord, was confirmed to us by those who heard Him,
Philippians 1:6–7
…being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.
1 Thessalonians 1:3–4
…and continually recalling before our God and Father your work of faith, your labor of love, and your enduring hope in our Lord Jesus Christ.
Titus 2:11–14
For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation to everyone.
1 Corinthians 10:14
Therefore, my beloved, flee from idolatry.
Hebrews 10:34
You sympathized with those in prison and joyfully accepted the confiscation of your property, knowing that you yourselves had a better and permanent possession.
Acts 20:21
…testifying to Jews and Greeks alike about repentance to God and faith in our Lord Jesus Christ.

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Hebrews, Letter to the Melchisedec

Topics

Apostates: Saints do not Become Good Works: God Remembers Love: Exemplification of the Love of Man for Man Salvation: Saints: Evidence, by Works Works: Good: God Remembers

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