Hebrews 7-10

In Hebrews 10:25 the readers are challenged to persist in the pursuit of the value of frequently meeting with other believers. Did the writer have Sunday morning gatherings in mind? I think that is a much narrower focus then was intended. What purpose might the author had been guided to highlight through this challenge? I think one point is the assurance in our common faith (vs22). In a society where Christians were the minority regular gatherings would be like breathing fresh air. To be around people that speak of God's love and his faithfulness in our work would be a pleasant contrast to the attitudes of the world. In verse 23 there is the sharing of God's hope among a desperate people. When the world is hopeless we need the refreshment of hope that come from many people joining together. The greater the persecution the sweeter the rewards of the gathering. Then in verse 24 is the accountability to other believers for our works of faithfulness. When we occupy ourselves with these things we replace our self-serving sinfulness with a holy lifestyle that honors God.
Stuart