Therefore, a warning. Hebrews 2.

In this chapter of Hebrews, the writer continues his explanation of why Jesus is the better messenger. In chapter 1, he showed through several passages from his Bible (the Old Testament in our Bibles) how Jesus, the Son, is superior to the angels. The angels, like the prophets, delivered the message in various ways and at various times, and the message is a valid one. But now, the message has been delivered completely by the Son.

Therefore.

You will see this pattern throughout the book of Hebrews. A teaching, followed by a warning. Remember that the writer is concerned that those reading this letter won't slip back into their old ways and patterns, leaving their new-found faith. He has just shown his readers that Jesus is the superior messenger, now comes the warning. Therefore... don't drift away.

The need for salvation, announced through the angels, hasn't changed. Jesus delivered that salvation. The Hebrews reading this letter, heard about Jesus and His salvation from His followers. God confirmed validity of their witness, through signs, wonders, and the work of the Holy Spirit. Therefore... don't ignore that salvation.

We're not first-century Jewish Christians, who are under pressure to leave our Christianity, and return to the familiar religion we practiced in the past. But can we drift away? How does this warning apply to us?