Hebrews 4:8
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Hebrews 4:8 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Hebrews 4:8 is a verse from the book of Hebrews in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "For if Jesus had given them rest, then would he not afterward have spoken of another day. Jesus: that is, Joshua" Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Hebrews 4:8 — KJV
“For if Jesus had given them rest, then would he not afterward have spoken of another day. Jesus: that is, Joshua”
— Hebrews 4:8 (KJV)
Hebrews 4:8 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 4:8
“And it came to pass a long time after that the LORD had given rest unto Israel from all their enemies round about, that Joshua waxed old and stricken in age. stricken...: Heb. come into days”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 4:8: given, rest, day
“Until the LORD have given rest unto your brethren, as well as unto you, and until they also possess the land which the LORD your God hath given them beyond Jordan: and then shall ye return every man unto his possession, which I have given you.”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 4:8: given, rest, then
“Thy sons and thy daughters shall be given unto another people, and thine eyes shall look, and fail with longing for them all the day long: and there shall be no might in thine hand.”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 4:8: given, another, day
“Until the LORD have given your brethren rest, as he hath given you, and they also have possessed the land which the LORD your God giveth them: then ye shall return unto the land of your possession, and enjoy it, which Moses the LORD'S servant gave you on this side Jordan toward the sunrising.”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 4:8: given, rest, then
“And Joshua had commanded the people, saying, Ye shall not shout, nor make any noise with your voice, neither shall any word proceed out of your mouth, until the day I bid you shout; then shall ye shout. any noise...: Heb. your voice to be heard”
Shares key themes with Hebrews 4:8: then, day, joshua
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