Brother Sparks emphasizes the significance of Hebrews 12:22, "But ye are come," highlighting the believer's present inheritance in Christ. He explains that the letter to the Hebrews encapsulates the entire Old Testament, revealing its fulfillment in Christ and His church. This heritage, received through faith, encompasses all that was promised and sought after by those who came before.
Brother Sparks draws parallels between the creation account in Genesis and the spiritual realities revealed in Hebrews. He stresses that God, in Christ, has completed the work of redemption, making it a present reality for believers. He emphasizes the importance of embracing this truth personally, finding rest, delight, and purpose in Christ.
Brother Sparks uses the analogy of the Garden of Eden to illustrate God's provision for man. The garden represents a defined space of personal responsibility and intimacy with God, signifying rest, pleasure, and vocation. He urges believers to see Christ as their home, their source of joy, and the means of their spiritual growth.
Furthermore, the garden represents probation and testing, where Adam's faith in God was tested. Likewise, believers today are responsible for exercising faith in God's finished work, finding assurance and strength in His unwavering faithfulness. Brother Sparks concludes by emphasizing that faith in God's accomplished work brings rest, joy, and the power to live a life pleasing to Him.
22 But ye are come unto mount Sion, and unto the city of the living God, the heavenly Jerusalem, and to an innumerable company of angels,