Foundational Truth

Foundational Truth

Hebrews 6:1–2

Excerpt

What are the foundation truths on which we can rely?

• Repentance from dead works. Coming to Christ we realize that our works had nothing to do with salvation or the life Jesus offers. We turn away from a “works righteousness” in the Christian life as well.

• Faith in God. Trust in God is the key to salvation. That transaction of saving faith is complete.

• Instruction about baptisms. In the early church, careful instruction preceded baptism. It is likely this refers to the basic doctrines taught and accepted before baptism took place.

• Laying on of hands. This may refer to church discipline (leaders were appointed with the laying on of hands) or perhaps to teaching about the Holy Spirit (whose entry into the believer was so symbolized).

• The Resurrection of the dead and eternal judgment. These doctrines summarize the believer’s hope. More

Richards, Larry, and Lawrence O. Richards. The Teacher’s Commentary. Wheaton, IL: Victor Books, 1987. Print.

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