"Hold On"

Text: Hebrews 2:1-4 As we begin chapter 2 we see the first of five warnings given in the book of Hebrews. The content of Hebrews reveals the need for warnings and this first warning arises directly from the preceding chapter. The Author's Wisdom: * Pay attention- The word translated "pay attention? means to hold to. Hebrews 2:1 literally reads, "It is exceedingly necessary that we give heed to what we have heard.? * This command is not isolated in the book of Hebrews. (3:1; 12:1-2) * The wisdom of the author is repeated and rightly so considering the condition of the readers. (5:11-6:12; 10:19-25) The Author's Warning: * The failure to hold on to would result in drifting. * The word for "drift? in the original language means to float by. * Meaning if we do not determine to pay close attention we will drift away. * Failing to hold on to the word (the gospel) is described in verse 3 as "neglecting a great salvation.? * If we are careless listeners or if we neglect the Word the Bible says we will be disciplined by the Father.(12) * An example of potentially drifting is given by the apostle Paul in the book of Galatians.