Van Houwelingen, Pieter Harry Robert2015-03-032015-03-032013-01Van Houwelingen, PHR 2013, 'The Epistle to the Hebrews : faith means perseverance', Journal of Early Christian History, vol. 3, no. 1, pp. 98-115.2222-582Xhttp://hdl.handle.net/2263/43843In terms of lifestyle, the first Christians were, according to the New Testament, in constant interaction with their non-Christian environment. This was even so when that society responded critically or dismissively. How dynamic was the relationship between ethics and missionary awareness? This article charts a biblical-theological quest through the Epistle to the Hebrews, a New Testament letter addressed to Jewish-Christian readers who should refocus their lives in a time of crisis. The writer of this letter urges them to look in faith to Jesus Christ, the superior high priest in heaven, this being a hint for future readers who also desire to persevere in a time of crisis.enUnisa PressEpistle to the HebrewsChristian ethicsJewish ChristianityMissionPerseveranceArticle