The Big Shake Down

In preparation for this Sunday, read Hebrews 12:18-29.

To better understand Hebrews 12:19-21 - READ Exodus 19 & 20

For more on Hebrews 12:22-24 - Read Revelation 21

As we have seen throughout Hebrews, we once again come across a strong exhortation to the visible church (those known to us; those we see who have professed Christ) - Read Hebrews 12:25.

Yet, the true church - the invisible church (those who's names are written in the book of life, those known by God) will be found (visibly) as described in verses 28 -

grateful for receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken. offer to God acceptable worship, with reverence and awe...

Read Hebrews 12:26-27 - Matthew 3:11-12 describes this Shakeout. Matthew 25:31-46 describes this Shakeout.

What is your heart toward God? Are you grateful for all that you have received in Christ? Does your heart overflow with acceptable worship of God? Are you in awe of God? Do you revere God?

The following may help restore your gratefulness and your awe of and reverence for God: Read the following passages: Job 38-42:2 Psalms Exodus 33:17-34:9 Isaiah 6 Isaiah 53 Think back on the following: Identify times in your life that you experienced God's kindness and faithfulness. Rejoice in the salvation of the Lord.