Thematic Bible: Exclusion Admission


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And [so] we see that they were not able to enter [a state of rest with God] because of [their] unbelief. Verse ConceptsUnbelief, Nature And Effects OfUnbelief, Results Of Being GuiltyExclusionbelief

So, since it still remains for some people to enter into that rest, but those to whom the good news was previously proclaimed [See verse 2] failed to enter it because of disobedience [See 3:18] Verse ConceptsSpiritual FailureExclusionEntering LifeCauses of failure indisobedience



I am the gate; if anyone enters [the corral] through me, he will be saved [i.e., from condemnation], and will find pasture [i.e., will receive spiritual nurturing]. Verse ConceptsSpiritual FoodAccess To God, Through ChristWay, TheChrist And His SheepPenitentAdmission Into God's PresenceEntering LifeFeeding AnimalsGoing Out And Coming InBeing SavedThe Narrow Gate







I know about your deeds. (See, I have placed before you an open door, which no one can close). [Note: This probably refers to their being assured of some unspecified opportunity]. [I know] that you have [only] a little bit of strength, but [in spite of that] you have obeyed my word and did not deny my name. Verse ConceptsGod, All knowingevangelism, motivation forethics, basis ofDoorsSpiritual ImmaturityAdmission Into God's PresenceChrist's Knowledge Of BelieversPeople's Inability To Serve GodThe Act Of OpeningOpening To OthersChrist Knowing About PeopleReceiving God's WordOne's DeedsHard Work And Perseverance