Hebrews 6:9

But, my loved ones, though we say this, we are certain that you have better things in you, things which go with salvation;

Bible in Basic English

In The King James Version

But, beloved, we are persuaded better things of you, and things that accompany salvation, though we thus speak.

In Context

8But if it sends up thorns and evil plants, it is of no use and is ready to be cursed; its only end is to be burned.

10For God is true, and will not put away from him the memory of your work and of your love for his name, in the help which you gave and still give to the saints.

Read all of Hebrews 6

Cross References

Matthew 5:3Happy are the poor in spirit: for the kingdom of heaven is theirs.

Acts 11:18And hearing these things they said nothing more, but gave glory to God, saying, Then to the Gentiles as to us has God given a change of heart, so that they may have life.

1 Corinthians 10:14For this cause, my dear brothers, give no worship to false gods.

Galatians 5:6Because in Christ Jesus, having circumcision or not having circumcision are equally of no profit; but only faith working through love.

Philippians 1:6For I am certain of this very thing, that he by whom the good work was started in you will make it complete till the day of Jesus Christ:

Titus 2:11For the grace of God has come, giving salvation to all men,

Matthew Henry on Hebrews 6:2-9

Advancement in Holiness; First Principles. ( a. d. 62.) 1 Therefore leaving the principles of the doctrine of Christ, let us go on unto perfection; not laying again the foundation of repentance from dead works, and of faith toward God, 2 Of the doctrine of baptisms, and of laying on of hands, and of resurrection of the dead, and of eternal judgment. 3 And this will we do, if God permit. 4 For it is impossible for those who were once enlightened, and have tasted of the heavenly gift, and were made partakers of the… Read the whole commentary →

This Verse In Other Editions

Study Hebrews 6:9