looking unto Jesus the beginner and perfecter of our faith; who for the joy that was placed before him, endured the cross, looking with contempt at the shame, and has sat down on the right hand of the throne of God.

Looking diligently, lest any man fail of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up, trouble you, and by it many be defiled;

Judging a part in the shame of Christ to be better than all the wealth of Egypt; for he was looking forward to his reward.

For he was looking forward to [living in] a city with [lasting] foundations, designed and built by God. [Note: This undoubtedly refers to heaven].

For those who say such things make it obvious that they are looking for a country of their own [i.e. heaven].

For we do not have a lasting city here on earth [i.e., such as Jerusalem] but we are looking for the city to come [i.e., heaven. See 10:11].

But a certain fearful looking for of judgment and fiery indignation, which shall devour the adversaries.

Wherefore, seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which easily besetteth us, and run with patience the race that is set before us, Looking to Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith;

By faith Isaac blessed Jacob and Esau [believing what God revealed to him], even regarding things to come.