(Witham). He is talking in images here of their spiritual condition: weak hands, feeble knees, crooked paths. God’s divine, ordained design on our lives is for us to grow in our faith. —By the even paths and the enlivening influence of the cheer and triumph. The sum of the counsel is, rightly to compose our thoughts, affections, and members, under trials from notorious enemies, and unbelieving brethren, so as to perfect our Christian course in the fear and strength of God, continuing stedfast in prayer, 1 Timothy 2:8, walking constantly in God’s ways, and obeying all his commandments, Psalms 119:48,100, patiently bearing all God’s corrections, and bringing forth the peaceful fruit of them. i. Hebrews 12:13 Parallel Verses [⇓ See commentary ⇓] Hebrews 12:13, NIV: "Make level paths for your feet,' so that the lame may not be disabled, but rather healed." God has called us to peace.He expects us to keep His commandments, and in return He gives us peace of mind. seems at first sight more appropriate to than to (Vaughan) but it is here used in the general sense of “restore,” “renew the life of”; as in Soph., O.T., 46–51, . paraluomai. The believers to whom Hebrews was written were spiritually weak. Hebrews 11 lays the foundation. Other Forerunner Commentary entries containing Hebrews 12:12: Habakkuk 2:2 Hebrews 4:1-2 Hebrews 12:11 : Hebrews 12:13 >> The Berean: Daily Verse and Comment Sign up for the Berean: Daily Verse and Comment, and have Biblical truth delivered to your inbox. “Wherefore”—since the trouble which has brought discouragement should rather call forth thankfulness—“strengthen (literally, make straight again, restore to a right state) the weakened hands and the palsied knees.” The words are almost a reproduction of Isaiah 35:3, where those who have lost heart and hope (compared to men whose limbs are palsy-stricken) are encouraged by the promise of the coming of their God bringing recompense and salvation. At that point, they would either shirk the contest or persist to the finish. This defeated state needs correction. The word “strengthen” means to restore to a right position. Hebrews 12:12. He does so mainly because Hebrews 12:14 would come in abruptly on the other view. He or she has reached a point of despair. 14 Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord. Comp. -Let it rather be healed. 13 “Make level paths for your feet,” [] so that the lame may not be disabled, but rather healed. The two words are frequently joined together: in ref. Greek. Christ’s Sacrifice Once for All. We do not arrive at faith by sense (Gefühl), although faith may draw after itself something that may be felt; which however we are far from calling either heat or any other physical quality. In Hebrews 12:7 Hebrews 12:8 the need of "chastening" or "discipline" is inculcated; in Hebrews 12:9, the duty of those to whom it is administered. The exhortation has three parts: the first relates to ourselves, Hebrews 12:12-13; the second, to others, Hebrews 12:14, "peace with all men;" the third, to God, "holiness, without which," etc. Healed—By the even paths and the enlivening influence of the cheer and triumph. Many would be willing to profess their faith, but as they fear persecution, hands and feet are wanting to that pious feeling of the mind. ii. The picture is of a runner showing fatigue in his hands and knees (v.12). 58. God our Father. Your email address will not be published. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, 2 fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. Romans 12:12. Wherefore, lift up the hands, &c.— It is certain that these are likewise Agonistic phrases: Dr. Heylin renders the verse, Invigorate then your hands which are remiss, and your knees which are feeble. To them if you had faith then your works would be consistent with what you say you believe. Matthew Henry :: Commentary on Hebrews 12 ← Back to Matthew Henry's Bio & Resources. If I have faith that the light bulb in … anorthoo. It is by faith that we see God in our trials and discipline. The whole verse forms an admonition to the healthier portion of the church to make no deviation from the straight course set before them by the example of Christ, and thus they would offer no temptation to the weaker members [ , the lame and limping] to be turned quite out of the way, but would rather be an encouragement to them and so afford them an opportunity of being healed of their infirmity. Jesus, as the Author and Finisher of our faith, endured mighty difficult trials under the sovereign hand of the Father of spirits. 12:12 This is an allusion to Isa. "It is a proverbial phrase, says he, importing the renewed force with which a man is animated, when he makes a firm and solemn resolution. Commentary for Hebrews 12 . If it refers to others, it is an exhortation to bear one another's burdens, to take a lively interest in the welfare of their brethren, and to endeavour to animate and encourage them, sympathizing with them in their sorrows, and to comfort and exhort each other by the motives which had been suggested. Inconsistency and vacillation in the general body of the church would create a way so difficult for the lame, that their lameness would become dislocation, and they would perish from the way; on the other hand, the habit of going in a plain path would restore them to soundness.” This is inviting, but there is much against it. This is the truth of the metaphor. Wherefore concludes the rationality and necessity of the duty subjoined, as consequent from the truth asserted before. An exhortation to be constant and persevere, The example of Christ is set forth, and the gracious design of God in all the sufferings believers endured. Outline: I. The idea is to set something right again. That in the running of our spiritual race, we must put forth our utmost strength and activity; but where the course is long and difficulties great, we are apt to grow weary and despond, our hands hang down, and our knees grow feeble. See other examples in Bl.) Your email address will not be published. This is anything but peaceful! The apostle, in this chapter, applies what he has collected in the chapter foregoing, and makes use of it as a great motive to patience and perseverance in the … He needs to keep his mind on the finish line (v. 13). [A number of interpreters take in the sense of “dislocated”. “Feeble knees” is an idiom for palsied knees. Hebrews 12:12, ESV: "Therefore lift your drooping hands and strengthen your weak knees," Hebrews 12:12, KJV: "Wherefore lift up … The exhortations are “strengthen” and “make straight” in the next verses. The which this Epistle has explained is a drawing near to God with cleansed conscience (Hebrews 10:14; Hebrews 10:22), a true acceptance of Christ’s sacrifice as bringing the worshipper into fellowship with God. Biblical Commentary (Bible study) Hebrews 1:1-12 EXEGESIS: THE CONTEXT: The author identified neither himself nor the people to whom he was writing. 9, τήν τε δύναμιν παρελέλυντο καὶ παρεῖντο. (see Stephanus) occur the words . Do you find that your knees are growing feeble and that you are swerving back and forth on the path toward the finish line? The readers of Hebrews were to put perseverance back into their experience. — Ed. John Piper Sep 7, 1997 24 Shares Sermon. “This is your final warning!” These words, full of gravity and danger, are familiar from television and film or perhaps from our own experience as children or as parents. Palsied people need crutches or braces to help them stand upright. There is a need to develop maximum response to Scripture’s principles. The words are quoted from Proverbs 4:26, , and if is retained they form a hexameter line. Romans 15:5. Hebrews 12:15). ὁρᾷς πῶς αὐτοὺς καθοπλίζει, πῶς αὐτοὺς ἐπαίρει; and I see no reason with Bleek to doubt this. and the paralyzed knees ( παραλελυμένος is a word confined to St. Luke elsewhere in the N. T. It is used generally, of lameness, by the LXX and later writers: cf. * 1 Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us rid ourselves of every burden and sin that clings to us * and persevere in running the race that lies before us 2 while keeping our eyes fixed on Jesus, the leader and perfecter of faith. These should be straight that the lame might not stumble. In Sirach 25:23 the woman that does not increase the happiness of her husband is , in other words, makes him despair and cease from all effort. Many contestants in the Greek games reached a point of exhaustion and mental defeat. But in these words he not only exhorts us to bear afflictions with courage, but also reminds us that there is no reason for us to be supine and slothful in performing our duties; for we find more than we ought by experience how much the fear of the cross prevents us to serve God as it behooves us. They must not suffer them to be alienated but must restore them to the unity of the faith, and in endeavouring to reclaim them must use the methods of peace not of anger or disputation. Contrast between old and new covenants (18-24) III. Gressus rectos facite, Greek: trochios orthas poiesate, which is to advance in a straight line, not turning aside, or tottering. For the Christian to live the godly life as it should be, it is necessary to surrender or yield to God’s hand in it all. become encouraged again, … Christians often become discouraged due to trials and adversities in their lives. That negligence and careless walking in time of prosperity, and pusillanimity and weakness in time of trial, is a great mean of turning aside those that are lame and weak out of the paths of visible holiness: Lest that which is lame be turned out of the way. The mature Christian endures hardness as a good soldier of Jesus Christ (2 Ti 2:3). Sep 7, 1997. The circumstances of the Hebrews were fitted to excite a quarrelsome spirit, and a feeling of alienation towards those weak members who left the straight path. 12.Wherefore, lift up, etc. The gospel state is kind and condescending, suited to our weak frame. Learn, 3. Hands, knees, and feet must be inspired with new life and energy. Hebrews 12:4–11 is followed by a short paragraph 12:12–13 introduced by the conjunction dio, “therefore,” and a final short paragraph 12:14–17 concerning Esau’s failure. 2 Kings, we have ἐξελύθησαν αἱ χεῖρες αὐτοῖς κ. πάντες οἱ ἄνδρες ἰσραὴλ παρείθησαν. Despair is dangerous because it is the very heart of defeat. 12.Wherefore—In view of the rich harvest of fruit derivable from suffering for righteousness’ sake, our author sounds a trumpet call of cheer and triumph to the racers in the Christian course (Hebrews 12:1-2) who are becoming faint and wearied (Hebrews 12:3) with persecutions in striving against sin. 18, πῶς σου τὰ σκέλη παραλύεται;): Hebrews 12:12. ii., p. 138, and the following pages, where the homily of Lavius, on the virtue of the blood of Christ, is commended, and admonitions are given against deviations from it. These bracing words tell us that we have reached a limit, that immediate action is required to change course. See Luke 5:18. | Powered by WordPress. One more illustration: in Hebrews 12:12-13 the writer says, Strengthen the hands that are weak and the knees that are feeble, and make straight paths for your feet, so that the limb which is lame may not be put out of joint, but rather be healed. Therefore, strengthen the hands that are weak and the knees that are feeble, To report dead links, typos, or html errors or suggestions about making these resources more useful use the convenient, Baker Evangelical Dictionary of Biblical Theology, Hastings' Dictionary of the New Testament, International Standard Bible Encyclopedia, orthos) to make straight, in N.T. However, the content of the book, including the frequent references to the Hebrew Scriptures, makes it clear … John Piper Hebrews 12:14. Hebrews 12:12-29 Inductive Bible Study Notes and Discussion Questions. NASB (UPDATED) TEXT: 12:12-13 12 Therefore, strengthen the hands that are weak and the knees that are feeble, 13 and make straight paths for your feet, so that the limb which is lame may not be put out of joint, but rather be healed. Elsewhere Acts 15:16. feeble = palsied. Weak hands and knees refer to both physical and mental exhaustion. This is also a picture of despair. The believers to whom Hebrews was written were spiritually weak.They needed spiritual renewal. In … Continue reading "Commentary on Hebrews 12:18-29" The Christian cannot advance or grow in the Christian life under defeat, discouragement. Probably the writer had in his mind Isaiah 35:3, , . CHAPTER 12. Hands hanging down represents discouragement. (1-11) Peace and holiness are recommended, with cautions against despising spiritual blessings. The “therefore” here shows how Christians are to apply the teaching of the early part of chapter 12. Isaiah 35:3-4. Moses did all that God asked him to do, although he did fail at times. Barnes's Hebrews 12:12 Bible Commentary Wherefore - In view of the facts which have been now stated - that afflictions are sent from God, and are evidences of his paternal watchfulness. Hands hanging down and feeble knees indicate a spirit of despair or aversion to the chastisement for the punishment of wrong. The “therefore” here shows the Christian how he can profit from his problems. This verse alludes to Isaiah 35:3 and Proverbs 4:26. Having so many incitements to holiness, patience, and perseverance, we should lay aside every hinderance, and run with patience the race that is set before us, taking our blessed Lord for our example, Hebrews 12:1-4. Scripture: Hebrews 12:25–29. They need to remember that God did not forget them and that He has a plan for them. It is necessary to turn what we know into practical experience. This, then, is what the Apostle means here, “You have your hands,” he says, “hanging down and your knees feeble, because ye know not what real consolation there is in adversity; hence ye are slow to do your duty: but now as I have shown how useful to you is the discipline of the cross, this doctrine ought to put new vigor in all your members, so that you may be ready and prompt, both with your hands and feet, to follow the call of God.” Moreover, he seems to allude to a passage in Isaiah, (Isaiah 35:3;) and there the Prophet commands godly teachers to strengthen trembling knees and weak hands by giving them the hope of favor; but the Apostle bids all the faithful to do this; for since this is the benefit of the consolation which God offers to us, then as it is the office of a teacher to strengthen the whole Church, so every one ought, by applying especially the doctrine to his own case, to strengthen and animate himself. If --The oldest manuscripts read, "With a view to chastening (that is, since God's chastisement is with a view to your chastening, that is, disciplinary amelioration) endure patiently"; so Vulgate. Wherefore lift up the hands which hang down, and the feeble knees. See Luke 13:13. : the first is referred to in Hebrews 12:15, "lest any man fail of the grace of God;" the second, in "lest any root of bitterness," etc. They needed spiritual renewal. It is wrong for a Christian to allow himself or herself to maintain a beaten attitude. Hebrews 12:13, ESV: "and make straight paths for your feet, so that what is lame may not be put out of joint but rather be healed." Restore the weak, repent of sin, and pursue sanctification (12-17) II. Lift up; anorywsate notes the making, or setting aright, that which was out of its proper place and posture, as disordered members into their right frame and composure, that there be not any let in our Christian race, nor fainting by our course in it. Greek. Required fields are marked *, Notify me of followup comments via e-mail, Designed by Elegant Themes John Piper Aug 31, 1997 1.7K Shares Sermon. Hands hanging down is a figure for a person who gives up, a person who accepts failure. ’ “and make straight paths for your feet, that that which is lame be not turned out of the way but rather be healed”. This may either refer to themselves or others. These attitudes will overtake them and defeat Christian living. That the sight and due consideration of a Christian's courage and constancy, will tend very much to the healing of the weak and lame Christians whilst they are in the way, whose recovery, when quite turned out, will be very difficult, if not impossible. They are often memorized. David Guzik commentary on Hebrews 12, where the author encourages the believer to endure discouraging times by looking unto Jesus. Wherefore, lift up the hands, &c.— It is certain that these are likewise Agonistic phrases: Dr. Heylin renders the verse, Invigorate then your hands which are remiss, and your knees which are feeble. When we cast our anxieties (fear of the unknown) upon God’s sovereign actions, then we can defeat anxiety (1 Pe 5:7). Many would be ready to contend for God’s glory, to defend what is good and just in private and in public, and to do their duties to God and their brethren; but as danger arises from the hatred of the wicked, as they see that troubles, and those many, are prepared for them, they rest idly with their hands as it were folded. Christians should steadfastly run their race and not allow situations to get them down. ’ “and the consecration without which no one shall see the Lord”. But of that see below) put straight again (into their proper places) the relaxed hands ( παρειμένος, not far from παραλελυμένος in sense—unstrung by infirmity, so as to be incapable of healthy motion. So here, the hands hang down in listless consciousness of defeat. The word “strengthen” signifies to lift up, set upright. Wherefore life up the (4) hands, &c. Be fervent in piety, walk firmly in the way of virtue, make straight (5) steps, without declining to one side or the other, without halting or going astray, and strive to be healed from your sins by his grace. That faintness and weariness in duty, dejection and despondency as to success, and great evils, and of fatal consequence unto others as well as ourselves, which therefore we must with all intention of mind watch against; Lift up the hands that hang down, and the feeble knees. Isa., with the same substantives as here, but ἀνειμέναι for παρ-: ἰσχύσατε χεῖρες ἀενιμέναι καὶ γόνατα παραλελυμένα: in Sirach 25:23, the very same words, χεῖρες παρειμέναι καὶ γόνατα παραλελυμένα: in Deuteronomy 32:36, εἶδε γὰρ παραλελυμένους αὐτοὺς … καὶ παρειμένους. Our current path will bring consequences. Christians are to live under the awe of God’s providence. Hebrews 12:1 Therefore, since we have so great a cloud of witnesses surrounding us, let us also lay aside every encumbrance and the sin which so easily entangles us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, (NASB: Lockman). Renew your courage; make a … Verses 12 and 13 are a concluding exhortation to the thoughts from verses 4–11. ", As if our apostle had said, "Seeing so glorious fruits spring from sanctified afflictions be not dejected in mind, nor suffer fear to seize upon you, which weakens the hands, and enfeebles the knees, and causes them to smite one against the another; but be resolute for God, make straight paths in the way of Christianity, not stepping once out of it to avoid persecution, lest they who are already lame and feeble, the weak and wavering Christians, be disheartened, and moved by your example to turn out of the way, but let them rather by your constancy be confirmed in their Christian course.". Call. After having taught us that God regards our salvation when he chastises us, he then exhorts us to exert ourselves vigorously; for nothing will more weaken us and more fully discourage us than through the influence of a false notion to have no taste of God’s grace in adversities. Therefore – Hebrews 12:1-2 are very popular verses. Lift up, [ anorthoosate (Greek #461), 'erect']. Verses 12–17 urge the believer to live in peace and holiness. The writer says that Moses was true to God. Read Introduction to Hebrews 12 Therefore strengthen the hands which hang down, and the feeble knees, . Feeble, [ paralelumena (Greek #3886)] - 'paralyzed:' used only by Luke, Paul's companion. Lift up; encourage and animate the desponding. Scripture: Hebrews 12:18–29. In Isaiah 35:3-4, it is, "Strengthen ye the weak hands." Genuine Christian living leans on God’s mighty arm of the promises and principles He provides. Lest that which is lame be turned out of the way. He addresses them as runners, pugilists, warriors (Chrysostom). Warning and Encouragement. There is, therefore, nothing more efficacious to raise us up than the intimation that God is present with us, even when he afflicts us, and is solicitous about our welfare. Scripture: Hebrews 12:12-15, 2 Corinthians 13:10, Matthew 10:29, 1 Corinthians 14:12. Adam Clarke CommentaryHebrews 12. They were not to give up or accept defeat. Note, Titus 2:12. Otherwise, discouragement will defeat us. James 5:11. The hand is the symbol of strength. The Apostle in this instance only borrows some of the words from Isaiah, and accommodates them to his own purpose. The Hebrews would never have reduced faith to an intellectual assent. And so Polyb. ’ “Wherefore” introducing the immediate application of this encouraging view of trials, “lift up” to renew the conflict, “the nerveless hands” fallen to your side and “the paralysed knees”. Scripture: Hebrews 12:12–17. Paths—Wheel-tracks or ruts. 35:3, which may be the background of the whole discussion in chapter 12. If the former, those whose hands hang down, and their knees are feeble through weariness and fatigue, are exhorted to lift them up, to resume their courage. (See Hebrews 10:36-37.). Perhaps the CoronaVirus is one avenue He is using! 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