INTRODUCTION
Hebrews 6:1 has long been interpreted by many as an invitation to “go beyond” the basic teachings of Christ. However, when viewed through the lens of the historical Jesus—whose teachings were rooted in the eternal commandments of the Father and who declared no word of his own—the idea of "leaving" his foundational doctrines reveals a dangerous departure from truth.
I. The Teachings of the Historical Jesus Were the Final Foundation
Jesus did not offer temporary or beginner lessons. He proclaimed the Gospel of the Kingdom with absolute authority from the Spirit of the Father:
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John 12:49 – “For I have not spoken of myself; but the Father which sent me, He gave me a commandment, what I should say...”
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Matthew 5:18–19 – “Till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law...”
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Matthew 7:24–25 – “Whoever hears these sayings of mine and does them... I will liken him to a wise man who built his house upon a rock.”
📌 Therefore, the historical Jesus would never have authorized leaving the foundation.
II. Hebrews 6:1 Promotes a Man-Made Progression Beyond Jesus' Teaching
The phrase “let us go on unto perfection” subtly suggests that Christ’s teachings are elementary—and that there is something higher.
But compare this to John 14:24:
“He who does not love me does not keep my words. And the word which you hear is not mine but the Father's who sent me.”
To leave behind His words is to leave behind the Father Himself.
📛 This verse in Hebrews aligns more with Pauline theology, which often speaks of “maturity” or “perfection” apart from strict adherence to Jesus’ commandments (see Philippians 3:12–14).
III. The So-Called “Dead Works” Are Misrepresented
Hebrews 6:1 lists “repentance from dead works” as part of the foundation that should be left behind. But Christ never once described obedience to the Law as “dead works.”
He taught:
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Matthew 23:3 – “Whatever they [Moses’ seat] tell you to observe, that observe and do...”
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Matthew 19:17 – “If you will enter into life, keep the commandments.”
✋ The historical Jesus upheld the Law as life-giving, not “dead.”
IV. The Push to Move Beyond Christ’s Doctrine Violates the Spirit’s Warning
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John 16:13 – “The Spirit of truth... will not speak on His own; He will speak only what He hears.”
🛑 Any “progression” beyond the words of Jesus is a contradiction to the Spirit of truth.
Hebrews 6:1 thus presents a doctrine not from Jesus, nor from the Spirit of the Father, but likely from someone with a different gospel—namely, Paul or his allies.
V. Christ’s Definition of Perfection Is Not Doctrinal Advancement, but Obedient Holiness
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Matthew 5:48 – “Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father in heaven is perfect.”
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John 17:17 – “Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth.”
✅ Jesus’ standard of perfection is moral and spiritual, not doctrinal innovation.
CONCLUSION: The Warning Against Departing from Christ’s Words
The words of Jesus are the final measure of truth. Any doctrine—whether in Hebrews, Pauline letters, or elsewhere—that urges believers to “move beyond” His commands endangers the soul.
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John 12:48 – “The word that I have spoken, the same shall judge him in the last day.”
🧱 To leave the foundation is to build on sand.
📣 CALL TO ACTION
Let us return to the words of the historical Jesus, rather than moving beyond them. Share this truth with others, like, follow, and subscribe to our page for more teachings rooted in the only true Gospel of the Kingdom.
🙏 BLESSING AND FAREWELL
May the Spirit of the Father guide you into all truth, and may His light shine upon your path as you follow the true Jesus of history, not the shadow crafted by others.
Shalom.
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