How does the Bible describe the importance of passing on the faith to the next generation as a fulfillment of the Great Commission? One way to address this question is to consider the consequences of not passing on the faith. In Hebrews 3:7-4:13, the author reflects on the warning given in Psalm 95 and the consequences of hardening our hearts to the good news. Several generations are represented in this passage: the wilderness generation, Joshua’s generation, David’s generation, the author of Hebrews’ generation, and the present-day reader’s generation. Each generation is described as having the opportunity to enter into God’s rest by responding to the good news in faith (Heb. 4:2). The urgent pleas given to each generation highlight the importance of passing on the faith to the next generation.
I. God’s Rest and Passing on the Faith
II. Generational Examples of Passing on the Faith
A. The Wilderness Generation
B. Joshua’s Generation
C. David’s Generation
Author of Hebrews’ Generation
1. Warning
2. Promise
III. Author’s Exhortation and the Great Commission
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Passing on the Faith to the Next Generation on the Lausanne Movement website.
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