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Hebrews 3:7
Verses 7 and 15 focus on "Today," meaning "right now"—the subject must not be put off. In this way, "Today," injects a sense of urgency as well as the thought of "as long as the opportunity exists," implying that now is our time of salvation. It must not be wasted because God calls one only once.
At the same time, he is suggesting that the Israelites failed because they did not use their faith as a day-to-day function of life. Faith is not something to be held in reserve for the really big trials of life, but it is the solid foundation of daily living. It is this level of faith that Jesus was concerned about when He asked, "When the Son of Man comes, will He really find faith on the earth?" Living faith motivates every thought meant to produce action, beginning with what God requires before all else. Paul is urging believers to work toward using faith in God as the driving force of everything we do each day.
John W. Ritenbaugh
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What Does Hebrews 3:7 Mean?
Hebrews 3:7 emphasizes the urgency of "Today, if you will hear His voice," urging immediate response to God's call, as the opportunity for salvation must not be wasted. "Hear" conveys understanding, obedience, and attention, with the author stressing the need to truly comprehend God's voice to avoid doubt and neglect. Without understanding, faith wanes, leading to a careless lifestyle, as seen in the Israelites' failure to live by daily faith. The call is to think deeply about the value of God's word and the direction one is heading, lest neglect results in dire consequences. The exhortation connects to using faith actively to prevent losing it.