Verse 12
12. Not slothful in perseverance as they had been dull (same Greek word, Hebrews 5:11) of hearing.
Followers Literally, imitators; “a favourite word of Paul’s,” says Alford.
Through faith and patience Equally persevering on their part as God is faithful on his part.
Who… inherit Universally, all who are faithful and thereby are heirs. For in this persevering faith we are imitators of the entire Church militant, and with it marching forward to join the Church triumphant.
The promises What promises? The entire volume of all the promises of grace and glory, to persevering faith made with increasing clearness through the advancing dispensations.
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