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Hebrews 11:16

King James Version (KJV)

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Hebrews 11:16

Verse 16 of 40

Scripture focus

But now they desire a better [country], that is, an heavenly: wherefore God is not ashamed to be called their God: for he hath prepared for them a city.

Hebrews 11:16 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Hebrews 11:16

Theological / Devotional

Desire. Greek oregomai, “to aspire to,” “to strive for,” “to desire.” Men of faith live with their eyes fixed on something better than this world has to offer. To them, eternal things alone are worth striving for. They see the things of time and eternity in their true perspective (see on Matthew 6:24-34).

God is not ashamed. He is not “ashamed” to be known as their God, because they reflect His character. Christ warned that in the last great day He will be “ashamed” of every man who has made the attempt to “save his life” by gaining what the world has to offer (see Mark 8:34-38). On the other hand, the man who is willing to “lose” — forfeit — his life for Christ will actually be saving it.

He hath prepared. Compare John 14:1-3; Revelation 21:2.

A city. The heavenly Jerusalem (see chapters 12:22; 13:14).

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