9. Dear friends, we are saying this to you. But we really expect better things from you that will lead to your salvation.
10. God is fair. He will not forget the work you did and the love you showed for him by helping his people. And he will remember that you are still helping them.
11. We want each of you to go on with the same hard work all your lives. Then you will surely get what you hope for.
12. We do not want you to become lazy. Be like those who have faith and patience. They will receive what God has promised.
13. God made a promise to Abraham. And as there is no one greater than God, he used himself when he swore to Abraham.