Oath of Hope (Hebrews 6:13-20)

Town Creek Baptist Church

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12/15/24
Rev. Clint Smith

Oath of Hope (Hebrews 6:13-20)

According to Merriam-Webster Dictionary [an oath is a solemn attestation of the truth of one’s words or the sincerity of one’s intentions; specially one accompanied by calling upon a deity as a witness].

In Genesis 22:1-17, the LORD made a binding oath with Abraham. Because of Abraham’s obedience, God committed blessings on him, his descendants, and all nations of the earth. God awarded and still awards faithfulness.

God swore His oath with Abraham by His Holy name because there was no greater name than His. The LORD is great.

God not only committed blessings in His oath, but He also committed multiplication of Abraham’s offspring. Have you ever sung “Father Abraham?”
Abraham obtained the promise of God. He patiently waited for what seemed like God’s delayed blessings. God had previously made a covenant with Abraham, promising blessings and even changing his name from Abram to Abraham. Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness. (Genesis 12:1-3; Genesis 15; Genesis 17:9-14; Romans 4:1-3; Galatians 3:6-14)

Throughout the ages, people have understood that an oath is only as reliable as the one making it, often appealing to a higher authority when taking such oaths.

God is a Promise Keeper. He has chosen to anchor the souls of all spiritual heirs of Abraham in His promises. This anchor for every believer today is the hope found in God’s unchanging and unwavering faithfulness. Only God is forever faithful, and He cannot lie.

We have sure and steadfast hope today because Jesus has entered that most Holy Place in which the very presence of God dwells. Jesus has entered in advance as a forerunner for us, having become a High Priest forever according to the order of Melchizedek. (Genesis 14:18-20; Psalm 110; Hebrews 4:14-16; Hebrews 7)

Jesus is both High Priest and King—eternal Mediator between God and humanity, and the Ultimate Authority as reigning King. He will soon return to establish His physical kingdom in Jerusalem. Like Abraham we must trust and obey Him.

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