It is interesting how some self-proclaimed scholars approach difficult tests. God directed Peter to write a warning in II Peter 3:16:

II Pe 3:16 As also in all his epistles, speaking in them of these things; in which are some things hard to be understood, which they that are unlearned and unstable wrest, as they do also the other scriptures, unto their own destruction.

We have talked often about the importance of Christians being humble. This has to be more than just a word. It has to be shown in our actions. This is as important for me as for any born again Christian. Part of being humble is the ability to admit we do not understand everything in God’s Word. When we do not understand something, we need to admit that and we need to ask God to direct us so that if we are going to give an answer that it is in honour of the Author of the Scriptures.
There is debate as to who wrote this letter of Hebrews. The common opinion is that it was the apostle Paul. God chose not to tell us who the writer is in the text. A comment in my Bible at the end of verse 25 says that it was written from Italy by Timothy. That final sentence of this epistle is not part of the inspired text. It is an added piece by someone. It is noted as such in my Bible. Since we are not given a direct statement from God as to who wrote this letter, we would be wise to leave that as unknown.
In verse 22 the writer was directed to “beseech” the readers to suffer the word of exhortation. The Greek word translated as “beseech” means “to implore”. The readers needed to accept what was being written with the right spirit. One commentary that is generally trustworthy suggested that the writer may have forgotten to include these final words earlier in the letter and was adding them in now. That kind of talk suggests that God forgets things. He is the Author of all Scripture. He never forgets anything. He never gets anything out of order. He knows what He is doing. He had this letter all laid out long before He directed the writer to put it down in ink.
The Greek word translated as “exhortation” means “to encourage, and to admonish.” The readers of this letter needed to take the words written here as a benefit to them. The writer stated that he had written a letter in few words. God limited the words that He wanted to be part of this letter. There are no extra words and no unnecessary words.
In verse 23 we read that the original recipients of this letter knew Timothy as a brother. Timothy had been in prison according to what we read here. He was now set free. The writer was hoping to be able to travel with Timothy once again and be able to visit the saints. Timothy was a faithful servant of God. He was saved as a young boy. He had a faithful grandmother and mother. Luke wrote of Paul’s meeting of Timothy in Acts 16. Paul took him under his care and taught him how to walk faithfully with the Lord. There are hints in this letter that would suggest that Paul is the writer, but again, we do not know that. It would be pointless to argue this point since God is silent about it.
As we have noted before, there was a cost to serving the Lord in the first century. The cost was not too high for those who were truly saved and called into leadership positions. It was a necessary part of the work. The truth is precious but it is also hated by those who hate God. The more a true child of God obeys Him, the more he or she can expect hostility from those who are not subject to the love of God.
In verse 24 we are again reminded of the importance of respecting those who have the rule over us as saints. That would include evangelists, pastors, and teachers. Those who give their lives to the preaching and teaching of God’s Word, have accepted a high calling. It is a worthy calling. Not many are called to this position. There are many who assume this position and they make a mess of that office. Sadly, many people would rather follow the fraudsters, than the true men of God. The writer also encouraged the saints to salute all the saints. There are not that many saints in any one generation. They are precious. We need them. We need the encouragement of fellow saints. The number of saints will never impress the lost. They are impressed with numbers. God is pleased with faithfulness.
We learn as well that the writer had contact with the saints in Italy. We know that the apostle Paul and Timothy both spent some time in Italy.
In verse 25 we are again granted the gift of grace. God’s grace is so precious to the saints. It is such a necessary part of the Christian life. We cannot walk faithfully with God unless we walk in His grace. This is true of every Old Testament and New Testament saint.
The final word “Amen”, speaks to the trustworthiness of this letter. Every word is inspired of God. Every word will be a blessing and a help to the true child of God. The warnings will help the true saint to watch out lest he fall and the instructions are there to guide the true saint into a closer and stronger walk with the Lord.
God’s Word is profitable for true saints. It is also profitable for the lost if they will listen to what God says. Lost people need to be saved. They need to know Who they should believe.

John 14:6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.