We need not wonder what is the goal of 'holding fast' in this chapter of Hebrews. The term 'rest' is employed ubiquitously as the desirable end of our gospel driven efforts. Rest as the “utmost of salvation” is further expounded in Thayer's greek lexicon as: “The heavenly blessedness in which God dwells and of which He has promised to make persevering believers in Christ partakers after the toils and trials of life on earth are ended.” We've identified and summarized the big picture truths of 'sabbath' from this section in prior messages proposing a contextual definition of 'sabbath rest' as: “The reassuring covenantal signature of God's favor heralding through creation and holy oracle, to otherwise restless man, the sovereign course and consummation of redemptive history.” The church of Jesus Christ is the 'rest bound' who HOLD FAST. Hebrews chapter 4 explores some paradoxical truths along these lines and emphasizes the tenacity characterizing the persevering saints.