a. For it is impossible: The word impossible is put in a position of emphasis. The writer to the Hebrews does not say this is merely difficult, but that it is without possibility. i. Note the other uses of impossible in Hebrews: • It is impossible for God to lie (Hebrews 6:18). • It is impossible that the blood of bulls and goats can take away sin (Hebrews 10:4). • It is impossible to please God without
Hebrews 6:4–6