The warning of Hebrews 6:4-6 is very similar to the warning found in Hebrews 10:26-29. Paul explains that the rejection of Jesus’ sacrifice will leave the readers without any means for the forgiveness of sin because there is no other means for that forgiveness besides Jesus (Hebrews 10:1-14).

Read Hebrews 10:26-29. In what three ways does the author describe the sin for which there is no forgiveness?

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The author does not say that there is no atonement for any sin committed after receiving the knowledge of truth. God has appointed Jesus as our Advocate (1 John 2:1). Through Him we have forgiveness of sins (1 John 1:9). The sin for which there is no sacrifice or atonement is described as trampling underfoot the Son of God, profaning the blood of the Covenant, and outraging the Holy Spirit (Hebrews 10:29). Let’s review the meaning of these expressions.

The expression “trampled the Son of God underfoot” (Hebrews 10:29, NKJV) describes the rejection of Jesus’ rule. The title “Son of God” reminded the audience that God has installed Jesus at His right hand and promised to make His enemies “a footstool” for His feet (Hebrews 1:13; see also Hebrews 1:5-12, Hebrews 1:14, ESV). The trampling of Jesus underfoot implies that the apostate has treated Jesus as an enemy. In the context of the argument of the epistle (Hebrews 1:13), it could be implied that, as far as the life of the apostate is concerned, Jesus has been taken off the throne (which is occupied now by the apostate himself) and set as the footstool instead. This is what Lucifer wanted to do in heaven (Isaiah 14:12-14) and what the “lawless one” would attempt to do in the future (2 Thessalonians 2:3-4, NRSV).

The expression “has profaned the blood of the covenant” refers to the rejection of Jesus’ sacrifice (Hebrews 9:15-22). It implies that the blood of Jesus is devoid of cleansing power.

The expression “insulted the Spirit of grace” is very powerful. The Greek term enybrisas (“insult, outrage”) involves the manifestation of hubris, which refers to “insolence” or “arrogance.” This term stands in stark contrast to the description of the Holy Spirit as “the Spirit of grace.” It implies that the apostate has responded to God’s offer of grace with an insult.

The apostate is in an untenable position. He rejects Jesus, His sacrifice, and the Holy Spirit.

<–Monday Wednesday–>

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Key Thought: There is always a danger of getting discouraged in trials and losing faith, but Paul exalts Jesus as the promise of salvation in warnings and encouragement.
February 12, 2022

1. Have a volunteer read Hebrews 6:4-6.

1. Ask class members to share a short thought on what the most important point is in this passage.
2. What were believers given in Christ while they were faithful to Him?
3. Personal Application: How have you experienced tasting the heavenly gift and enlightening? Share your thoughts.
4. Case Study: One of your relatives states, “What does it mean to crucify Christ afresh and put Him to an open shame?” How would you respond to your relative?

2. Have a volunteer read 10:26-29.

1. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important point in this text is.
2. In what three ways does the author describe the sin for which there is no forgiveness?
3. Personal Application: Are there times people don’t confess sins because they aren’t aware of them or because they don’t think it is necessary? What if we aren’t specific about our confessions? Share your thoughts
4. Case Study: One of your friends states, “How do we die to self and pick up the cross? Are we supposed to be sad and look for persecution and trouble all the time?” How would you respond to your friend?

3. Have a volunteer read Hebrews 6:7-12.

1. Ask class members to share a short thought on what the main idea of this text is.
2. What are the good things that the believers had done and continued to do? What do they mean?
3. Personal Application: What can we learn from Paul about warning and encouraging others? Share your thoughts.
4. Case Study: One of your relatives states: “Why does God require total surrender of our lives to Him? What is the relationship between free will and salvation?” How would you respond to your relative?

4. Have a volunteer read Hebrews 6:7-10.

1. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important point in this text is.
2. How did God guarantee His promises to us?
3. Personal Application: Do you believe that God made an oath to you personally? Should you have the assurance of salvation, even when you feel unworthy? Share your thoughts.
4. Case Study: Think of one person who needs to hear a message from this week’s lesson. Tell the class what you plan to do this week to share with them.

(Truth that is not lived, that is not imparted, loses its life-giving power, its healing virtue. Its blessings can be retained only as it is shared.”Ministry of Healing, p. 148).

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The titles of the thirteen Sabbaths of study this quarter give us two hymns to use as the themes:
Hymn 593 – In Times Like These and 
Hymn 177 – Jesus, Your Blood and Righteousness.

Hymn 534 – Will Your Anchor Hold? is answered clearly in our lesson study title this week, as does the memory text. 
Hymn 499 – What a Friend We Have in Jesus (verse 2) answered the Sabbath afternoon question about getting discouraged.

The Word we are blessed with we can say 
Lord, I Have Made Thy Word My Choice – Hymn 273¸ as they are 
Wonderful Words of Life – Hymn 286. We can then pray 
Lord, Bless Thy Word to Every Heart – Hymn 667.

We do not wish to crucify our Lord again, says Monday, as does verse 3 of 
Hymn 588 – Lord of All Nations.

Tuesday reminds us that “there is no other means for that forgiveness besides Jesus (Hebrews 10:1-14)”: 
Hymn 299 – Forgive Our Sins As We Forgive and in 
Hymn 480 – Dear Lord and Father.

Salvation and Faith are the two key words on Wednesday:
Hymn 339 – God Is My Strong Salvation, and
Hymn 646 – To the Name That Brings Salvation, then 
Hymn 608 – Faith Is the Victory, 
Hymn 523 – My Faith Has Found a Resting Place, 
Hymn 517 – My Faith Looks Up to Thee, and 
Hymn 602 – O Brother, Be Faithful.

Hebrews 6:19 returns to us on Thursday as does 
Hymn 534 – Will Your Anchor Hold?

 We are bound for The Promised Land! Hallelujah!! – 
Hymn 620 – On Jordan’s Stormy Banks. Come, Lord Jesus, come – very soon.

To learn unknown hymns, you will find the accompaniment music for each one at: https://sdahymnals.com/Hymnal/

Another great resource is for when there is a hymn you wish to sing, but can’t find it in your hymnal. Go to https://www.sdahymnal.org and in the search bar type a special word in that is in the hymn. I am sure you will be amazed at the help you will be given.

2 Timothy 2:15 KJV – “Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.”

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