Following Jesus: Biblical Reflections on Christian Discipleship

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“First, Hebrews offers us a compelling portrait of Jesus.” (Page 4)

“This is the reason why the Church has to learn gratitude. The cross was not the defeat of Christ at the hands of the powers; it was the defeat of the powers at the hands—yes, the bleeding hands—of Christ.” (Page 15)

“The argument of Hebrews runs like this: the Jewish scriptures are continually pointing beyond themselves to a further reality which they do not themselves contain. More particularly, they are pointing to a great act of salvation, of dealing with sin, which they do not themselves offer. This great act has now been accomplished in Jesus; and we must therefore follow this Jesus.” (Page 7)

“Cleansing of the conscience is what is required; and the only way to do that is by the total offering of the human life to God.” (Page 8)

“The most frequent command in the Bible is: ‘Don’t be afraid.’ Don’t be afraid. Fear not. Don’t be afraid.” (Page 56)