Transitions are difficult in life and in writing. This statement is a transition, a pivot point that is designed to shine a big spotlight on what comes next. Nevermind all those basics we've been focused on, all those simpler teachings about the promised Christ. Turn now toward some new knowledge I am about to share with you that only the grown-up Christians can understand. See how that could make compelling this otherwise confusing verse?
Sort of like, "Psst, do you want to know a secret?"
"Of course I do!"
"Good, because this is really important and I don't want you to miss it. You're old enough now to hear this. It's hard to hear, and you can never un-hear it, but you're ready."
"So tell me."
"OK. It is urgent that you remain patient and faithful to the Lord, confident in the promises he has made. To turn away would be disasterous, and even though I don't believe you will do that, you should know the stakes."
Today, I will meditate on the risk of falling away and the certainty of God's promise.
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