Time after Pentecost · Proper 17 · Year C
Hebrews 13:1-17
Marks of Christian Community
September 3, 2028
Overview & Insights
"Let mutual love continue." (Hebrews 13:1)
The closing chapter of Hebrews lists concrete ethical instructions: love strangers, remember prisoners, honor marriage, avoid the love of money, and offer a continual sacrifice of praise. These practices flesh out what it means to live as the community that has come to Mount Zion.
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Commentary
Hebrews 13 Commentary Enduring Word · David Guzik
David Guzik on the chapter's closing string of practical instructions for the church.
Hebrews 13:12-14 Commentary Precept Austin
A close look at the call to go 'outside the camp' and bear Jesus' reproach.
Hebrews 13:1 Commentaries BibleHub
Classic commentaries on the chapter's teaching on hospitality, marriage and contentment.
Hebrews 13 - Barnes' Notes StudyLight
Barnes' Notes on entertaining 'angels unawares' and the warning against the love of money.
Hebrews 13:1-8, 15-16 Commentary Center for Excellence in Preaching
Scott Hoezee on the six basic instructions the chapter gives to those who belong to Christ.
Commentary on Hebrews 13:1-8, 15-16 Working Preacher
On the chapter's call to hospitality, remembering prisoners and honoring marriage.
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