Have you ever had second thoughts about something or someone? Ever wish you had taken more time before you bought the new car or said "yes" when asked to go on a date, or accepting the new assignment at work? When the car breaks down or the date is a waste of time or the new assignment causes more headaches that you could have imagined, it's so easy to second guess yourself about the decision you made.
It might interest you to know that the people who received and read the letter to the Hebrews were having second thoughts. They had converted from Judaism to Christianity. The good news of God's love in Christ Jesus had made their hearts glad. But their decision to embrace Christ as Savior had brought derision and scorn from those who had rejected the Lord's forgiveness and love. They lashed out at these new Christians in both word and deed. For the new converts, there was the possibility of facing persecution and even death for the faith.
The letter to the Hebrews was designed to help the Jewish converts deal with their doubts. However, this is a letter from which we can all benefit. The writer shows how Jesus Christ is the fulfillment of all the promises of the prophets. In times of persecution and struggle, whether 2000 years ago or 2 days ago, Hebrews teaches us that there is only one Lord and Savior to whom we can place our trust. Trust in Jesus and walk with Him - there is no reason to ever look back!
