Hebrews 12:6
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Hebrews 12:6 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Hebrews 12:6 is a verse from the book of Hebrews in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "For whom the Lord loveth he chasteneth, and scourgeth every son whom he receiveth." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Hebrews 12:6 — KJV
“For whom the Lord loveth he chasteneth, and scourgeth every son whom he receiveth.”
— Hebrews 12:6 (KJV)
Hebrews 12:6 in Context — About the Book of Hebrews
Hebrews argues one majestic thesis: Jesus is better — better than angels, Moses, priests, and every old-covenant shadow. He is our great High Priest who sympathizes with weakness, so we can approach the throne of grace with confidence. Faith's hall of fame in chapter 11 fuels endurance for the race.
Cross-References for Hebrews 12:6
“For whom the LORD loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son in whom he delighteth.”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 12:6: whom, lord, loveth
“And I will make thee swear by the LORD, the God of heaven, and the God of the earth, that thou shalt not take a wife unto my son of the daughters of the Canaanites, among whom I dwell:”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 12:6: whom, lord, son
“And he said unto me, The LORD, before whom I walk, will send his angel with thee, and prosper thy way; and thou shalt take a wife for my son of my kindred, and of my father's house:”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 12:6: whom, lord, son
“And she say to me, Both drink thou, and I will also draw for thy camels: let the same be the woman whom the LORD hath appointed out for my master's son.”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 12:6: whom, lord, son
“Let people serve thee, and nations bow down to thee: be lord over thy brethren, and let thy mother's sons bow down to thee: cursed be every one that curseth thee, and blessed be he that blesseth thee.”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 12:6: lord, every, son
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