He is the reflection of God's glory and the exact likeness of his being, and he holds everything together by his powerful word. After he had provided a cleansing from sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Highest Majesty

For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any double-edged sword, piercing until it divides soul and spirit, joints and marrow, as it judges the thoughts and purposes of the heart.

No creature can hide from him, but everyone is exposed and helpless before the eyes of the one to whom we must give a word of explanation.

In fact, though by now you should be teachers, you still need someone to teach you the basic truths of God's word. You have become people who need milk instead of solid food.

who have tasted the goodness of God's word and the powers of the coming age,

By faith we understand that time was created by the word of God, so that what is seen was made from things that are invisible.

to a trumpet's blast, or to a voice that made the hearers beg that not another word be spoken to them.

Remember your leaders, those who have spoken God's word to you. Think about the impact of their lives, and imitate their faith.

Continue to follow and be submissive to your leaders, since they are watching over your souls as those who will have to give a word of explanation. By doing this, you will be letting them carry out their duties joyfully, and not with grief, for that would be harmful for you.