Hebrews 3:5

"For every house is built by someone; but he who built all things is God."

Key Reflection

This verse emphasizes that while human beings construct physical houses, only God can create everything in the universe. It underscores the divine sovereignty and contrasts the temporary nature of human craftsmanship with the eternal and comprehensive work of God.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 5. Moses was faithful--as a servant. Not as the head of the dispensation; not as having originated it; but as in the employ and under the direction of its great Founder and Author--the Messiah. As such a servant he deserves all the honour for fidelity which has ever been claimed for him, but it cannot be the honour which is due to him who is at the head of the family or house. Paul assumed that Moses was a servant, and argued on that supposition, without attempting to prove it, because it was so often affirmed in the Old Testament, and must have been conceded by all the Jews.

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