Hebrews
“Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.”
Hebrews 12:2
Hebrews 12:2 (KJV) speaks to faith, the cross, and perseverance — words set in Hebrews, a letter on the greatness of Christ. Sit with it for a moment, and let the words do their quiet work.
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Verses that sit beside this one
“That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ:”
1 Peter 1:7“Confirming the souls of the disciples, and exhorting them to continue in the faith, and that we must through much tribulation enter into the kingdom of God.”
Acts of the Apostles 14:22“Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience.”
James 1:3“And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience;”
Romans 5:3“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith:”
2 Timothy 4:7“Beareth all things, believeth all things, hopeth all things, endureth all things.”
1 Corinthians 13:7
Common questions
What does Hebrews 12:2 mean?
In the King James Version, Hebrews 12:2 reads: "Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God." The verse speaks to faith, the cross, and perseverance. To read it well, take it in the flow of Hebrews 12 rather than on its own, and let the words settle slowly — reading it aloud, or turning it into a short prayer, is often what makes its meaning land.
Is Hebrews 12:2 in the King James Version?
Yes. "Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God." is Hebrews 12:2 in the King James Version (KJV), found in Hebrews chapter 12.
What are some related Bible verses to Hebrews 12:2?
Verses that sit beside Hebrews 12:2 include 1 Peter 1:7, Acts of the Apostles 14:22, and James 1:3. Reading them alongside Hebrews 12:2 deepens the theme of faith.
How can I pray with Hebrews 12:2?
Read Hebrews 12:2 slowly, take a breath, and turn it into a short prayer in your own words — thanking God for what it promises, or asking for what it points to. Keep it somewhere you will see it today, and let it be a companion rather than a task to finish.