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The Hebrews writer appeals to the profane attitude of Esau in order to teach us something about the nature of irreversible consequences, and we must apply the principle of Esau’s example to spiritual things. If we treat lightly the promises of God and forfeit the Christian inheritance, it will be too late for tears come judgment.

Would it ever be too late for a Christian to repent? “Yes.� “For ye know,� said the Hebrews writer (12:17). You know about Esau and what happened with respect to the birthright and blessing. Esau’s example teaches us something about the nature of irreversible consequences, and we must apply the lesson to spiritual things—the eternal inheritance.
The inspired writer appealed to the case of Esau to warn Christians about a kind of spiritual apathy he calls “profane�—a disregard for religious and holy things by someone who is familiar with them. The admonition goes out to all who are well-acquainted with the plan of God, just as Esau was acquainted with the divine promise to Abraham.
At first glance, this passage is troubling to some. It appears as if Esau repented in sincerity and could not find forgiveness. Some have speculated whether or not this passage teaches that there are some sins for which there is no forgiveness.
The passage does not address the impossibility of Esau’s salvation as though he sought to repent of personal sins to God. First of all, such an idea would contradict the clear teaching of numerous passages that reveal the possibility of salvation to anyone who sincerely seeks the Lord according to his Word. Second, the view above does not fairly represent the language of the passage. The text nowhere says that Esau was lost—he may have been, or maybe he was not, but that is not the point of the passage. Neither does the passage state that God would not forgive him. The idea of his personal salvation is not the subject in the passage. Rather, the writer speaks of the irreversible nature of the blessing, once it had been bestowed on Jacob.
Consider the writer’s argument. Esau made a choice. His choice set in motion a series of consequences. Although afterward he desired to inherit the blessing, he could not. The situation was irrevocable.
Having observed that this passage speaks to the patriarchal blessing spoken by Isaac, and not Esau’s salvation, we ask the following study question. How is this passage intended to warn Christians?
First of all, we must remember that the inheritance was not a light thing in the household of Isaac. Even Esau himself “sought it diligently with tears�—afterwards. He had developed, however, a profane state-of-mind. He did not consider it as valuable as he should have.
Esau was, in this first respect, like many people today. They don’t have a burning desire to be in fellowship with Jesus Christ, nor do they have a passion about living with the Father throughout eternity, singing his praises. But one thing is sure: they don’t want to go to hell. Such is the extent of their shallow spirituality. Esau had a minimal level of interest in the patriarchal promises, but it was certainly not enough.
Second, although Esau knew the seriousness of the inheritance, he traded instant gratification for the patriarchal birthright, and he subsequently lost the blessing. It was not a split-second, off-the-cuff, weak-moment mistake. He was a profane man, the Hebrews writer says, and lived with a low-view of the sacred promises of God. Thus, he was ripe for the temptation to “sell his birthright.�
Third, when the blessing was bestowed on his brother, in patriarchal fashion, it was unalterable. Here is the point for the Christian. Esau lived on the fringe of spiritual concern. He lost out on the blessing, and it was unchangeable. If we live for the moment, with a light appreciation for the Christian inheritance and the blood that bought it, we can loose our opportunity, and there is no second chance. There is no other way, no use for tears, no chance for repentance, after death or the Judgment (Hebrews 9:27).
Like the foolish virgins who were unprepared at the bridegroom’s arrival, sometimes it is too late to cry, “Open to us� (Matthew 25:1-13). Like the rich man who was sorry once he was in torment, it was too late for him to repent and warn his brethren (Luke 16:19-31). This kind of regret comes too late.
The message is as relevant today as it was in the first century and as it was in the days of the patriarchs. If you live with little regard for spiritual things, you will regret it—eventually. But that regret will come too late, unless you heed the lesson about Esau. Now is the time to be concerned. Therefore, keep a close eye out, says the inspired writer, lest you be like Esau.
If after reflecting on your spiritual life, you regard your sins as few and your opportunities to repent as many—watch out. You soon may be lifting up your eyes where there is weeping and gnashing of teeth, shedding tears too late.






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this is me.




i have not taken jesus seriously, and his sacrifice. i have sinned intentionally ignoring my consciousness many times.





i know i am wrong. i know i have been. i have had a bad spiritual attitude and think i still do.






i dont know how to truly repent, or if its possible anymore. i think i failed. i think i may end up going to hell. i dont want to lose hope. but... i have done the same things over and over in the past... even a few years ago i have closed my heart and shut my mind to god because i wanted to live in the moment and please myself.



how do i fix it. can i? can i truly learn how to repent and have have genuine faith?



i have been selfish too long and not lived for christ.




i have apathy. i think i have apostasized or have fallen away.




please help me find answers. i need to have feeling, i need my heart to work. i know this is saddening for you all to witness. this is the real me though. i cant lie to god. i know he doesnt trust me. and i am not sure if he will take me back... or if he has in the first place.



i think i may have pushed jesus out of my life and destroyed my salvation.



i pray this is not the case. i feel like i do not care as much as i should. i feel like i should be crying about this. i can't conjure much feeling. just fear and worry like i have always had.











Please be honest with me. Have I messed up my relationship with God? Can I ever be a true christian and live for christ? i think i messed up real bad. i dont want to go to hell.




this is the end of my life is this is true. but that article says its too late for tears. i think its too late for me. i dont want to live in sin.




im really depressed about this. i have no exscuses. i only want to be sincere.




please help me find help through god or the word or pray to him and ask him for guidance. i dont think god even wants to hear me. if he has given up on me or not. i dont know if i have lost my faith. i still have hope. its more anguish and messed up feelings. i cant live like this.



please help me.

silent

Did I ruin my own salvation? CAN I EVER TURN BACK? Can I truly change?

Does God really say there is no second chance on earth? am i already going to hell? im scared to know the answer. i hope not. i always looks at things the wrong way.

violet

freedom07

Violet speaks the truth, Satan loves to confuse the mind.
You asked if you can EVER TURN BACK, yes, NOW!
Turn to the one who loved you before you were born, loved you the day you were born, love you even while you were sinning. He hates the SIN, not the sinner. You were wondering if you can change, reach out to your Redeemer and He will change you. He wants a loving relationship with you, so talk to him, open the door of your heart and you will see He's always been there.

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4 Therefore we were buried with Him through baptism into death, that just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life.

violet

Housesitter

What Violet said is 100% correct!!
it is NOT too late!

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silent

my heart is aching. i feel like my only motivation is selfishness. i am more concerned about not going to hell.

it cant be like this. i dont want to be selfish. i know how bad it can be now. i think i always have. i dont know what is wrong with my mind set.

i am just really worried that i cant let jesus back into my heart if its possible i pushed him out.

will he accept me again if i accept him? i want to love him. i want to be real, be sincere.

i feel like the most horrible sinner. i am almost certain i have destroyed my salvation and thats the only thing i can think about. i think god has given up on me because my heart fills empty.

where should i look for verses? doesnt the story of esau say that it can be too late to repent?

i need jesus more than ever in my life. i dont want it to be too late. i am too young to have ruined this. this is not my fate.

help me find answers in god's word. i have to know what i must do if i can truly be forgiven and repent.

my heart is broken.

violet

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