Hebrews could be called the book of better things since the two greek words for better and superior occur 15 times in the letter. Looking to grow in your understanding of the book of hebrews. Chapter 3 of the book of hebrews christ and moses chapter 4 of the book of hebrews the sabbath additional notes the rest of god chapter 5 of the book of hebrews christs qualifications as high priest additional notes mrs. The epistle to the hebrews, one of the most important books of the new testament in that it contains some of the chief doctrines of the christian faith, is, as well, a book of infinite logic and great beauty. The writer of this letter does not identify himself, but he was obviously well known to the original recipients. The book of hebrews focuses on jesus christs fulfillment of and superiority to every institution in the old testamentsabbath, sacrifices, and priesthood. If you think the book is challenging as it is, be glad the author didnt write all he wanted to say he confesses to backing off a bit for fear his dull of hearing readers would be. This summary of the book of hebrews provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of hebrews. Through stories of old testament heroes and practices, the author of hebrews demonstrates how the new covenant is superior to the old and how jesus christ is the. It was a pretty sweet deal, but things werent working out so well. Authorship of hebrews the early church argued over whether the book of hebrews belonged in the bible, because the identity of its author was unknown. Ask a group of christians to name the most intimidating book in the new testament, and most will say hebrews. Gospel glimpses, wholebible connections, theology, practice, and. Bible study series on the book of hebrews chapter by chapter.
Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking to jesus, the founder and perfecter of our. Bible study lesson sheets these are lessons designed for either a class or personal study. Epistle to the hebrews read the bible online bible study tools. Hebrews was a sermon for a specific people and culture in the midst of martyrdom and persecution, but is also so relevant for us today, reminding us to continue walking. These resources are offered as a ministry of the christian resource institute with no access charge or subscription fees. With its myriad references to hebrew customs and the old testament, the book was likely sent to a jewish christian community, possibly in rome. Hebrews contains 35 direct quotes from the old testament. Perhaps the most enigmatic epistle of the new testament, the book of hebrews confronts the reader with foundational christian doctrines framed for an audience steeped in jewish law and tradition. Join us in this fourweek reading plan of the book of hebrews.
Application of the examples of enduring faith in hebrews 11therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us. The author of hebrews is unknown but we know that god inspired him, just as he inspired the authors of the other books in the bible. Hebrews with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. The book of hebrews is a rich, dense section of scripture that can intimidate the most scholarly biblical student. The study of the book of hebrews page 1 lesson one introduction to the study of hebrews among the books of the new testament, the letter to the hebrews is probably the most disputed as to its authorship and to whom written. To study it is to partake of strong spiritual meat.
Read and study hebrews by yourself for the first time. Hebrews a week study guide to print and use please print this section if you would like to study the book of hebrews with a group of people. Each lesson on this study of hebrews is designed fit into the whole of the book. Frederick goodall british painter, 18221904, portrait of rabbi. Join leading new testament scholar and charlotte campus president of reformed theological seminary, michael kruger, for a 33lesson study on the book of hebrews. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of hebrews. The attached powerpoint and audio were given during the teaching of these lessons. The greeks saw everything on earth as the shadows cast by what was real, so they were always searching for reality. Digital bible study connect daily bible studies hebrews. Schuyler english, studies in the epistle to the hebrews.
The letter to the hebrews is an amazing book nothing like anything you see in the rest of the new. This 12week study will help readers understand and appreciate how the book of hebrews testifies to christs supremacy through imagery, metaphor, and old testament analogy. The jews were searching for a way to approach god because historically they had felt too unholy to approach him. The association of barnabas with the book of hebrews may be because he was described as a son of encouragement, and hebrews. The book of hebrews is an exhortation to experienced christians to not ignore the program of redemption but to press forward into the rest of god, into the fullness of the divine salvation and inheritance. Who being the brightness of his glory, and the express image of his person, and upholding all things by the word of his power. A striking feature of this presentation of the gospel is the unique manner in which the author employs expositions of eight specific passages of the ot scriptures. Perhaps this explains why presentday christians often find this book confusing or even misleading.
The epistle to the hebrews, one of the most important books of the. Chuck smith study guide for hebrews blue letter bible. Week 1 hebrews chapter 1 the importance of gods son. Ill point out the major landmarks and explain some of the things that dont fully resonate with our modern culture. But lisa harper makes digging into hebrews fun and doable, as only she can, without losing an ounce of depth. In addition, the suggestion that the writer of this epistle relied upon knowledge and information provided by others who were actual eyewitnesses of christ jesus 2. Full scripture readings for every dayright there in the book.
Jen wilkins newest study will help you dig into hebrews with new insights and applications. Simply put, the book of hebrews helps us unlock the glorious tapestry of gods progressive revelation. In this versebyverse study of the book of hebrews, jen wilkin explores how god provided something better for us in the person of jesus christ heb. Another reason why people find hebrews a hard book to study is the way in which the author uses the old testament scriptures in his epistle. Missing is pauls customary salutation common to his other works.
Hebrews online bible study bible study the jesuswalk. The book of hebrews appeals to the greek mind as well as the jewish mind. And if you asked the author of hebrews the same question, he would probably name his book. A free 12week bible study on hebrews from crossway. It is deep and full of sometimes difficult to understand terms and theology. Jesus is greater than everything that has come before him or will come after him. The book of hebrews bible study roger hahn these resources are offered as a ministry of the christian resource institute with no access charge or subscription fees.
Read hebrews chapter 1, then discuss these questions. Download video high standard phone 3gp download audio mp3 download manuscript word pdf webpage. The attached word document study guides are questions for the congregation, handed out the week prior to the lesson. Through stories of old testament heroes and practices, the author of hebrews demonstrates how the new covenant is superior to the old and how jesus christ is the fulfillment of every. Instead of an excerpt from the study book, below is an excerpt from a transcript of jens video teaching. A workbook suitable for bible classes, family studies, or. Hebrews has contributed to that more than any book that i have studied in the new testament, so im so grateful that i was asked by those that are promoting digital bible study to spend some time with this book. Study of the book of hebrews let us study the book of hebrews the subtitle is an obvious reference to the hortatory study hortatory subjunctive subjunctive mood wish or desire. Significantly, the book makes no reference to the destruction of the temple at jerusalem in ad 70, and the author wrote as if the sacrificial system were still in existence hebrews 10. Useful bible studies hebrews commentary study guide. Use highlighting, underlining, and take notes while you study the bible.
Hebrews bible study book of hebrews bible study lifeway. Basically, god created the world and then made an agreement with the people living in it. God is not called father of the believers hebrews 12. The 8x10, perfect bound, 112page, fullcolor hebrews. Although some include the book of hebrews among the apostle pauls writings, the certain identity of the author remains an enigma. This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study. Comprehensive bible study on the book of hebrews designed for both personal study or use in small group studies. This letter was written to a persecuted people to remind them. Book of hebrews overview insight for living ministries. The better promise study book offers 28 days 4 weeks of scripture readings. It reaches back into israels rich history of redemption and looks forward to the glorious hope that belongs to those who are in christ.
Introduces perspectives on the author, audience, date and purpose of the book of hebrews that can help us interpret the original meaning and apply this book to our modern world. Hebrews differs in some respect with the other epistles of the nt. Yet we should not give up just because it is difficult. We in the west, and those who have been trained to interpret old testament citations in a very narrow way, need to recognize that the new testament authors used old testament texts in a variety of ways. Christ is the fulfillment of all the old testament hopes and promises. They are intended for reflection and self study before readinglistening to the lesson. In this 10session, versebyverse study of the book of hebrews, jen wilkin explores how god provided something better for us in the person of jesus christ heb. Written in beautiful prose, the book of hebrews explores the majesty and supremacy of jesus over all things. The questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge students to study to. Better is a key word that occurs thirteen times in this book, emphasizing the central thesis of hebrews that the way of jesus christ is so much better.
White on bible study chapter 6 of the book of hebrews steadfastness in the faiththe covenant oath additional notes. The questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge students to study to understand scripture. To read it is to breathe the atmosphere of heaven itself. Waldron copy right 1999 171 walden lane harriman, tn 37748 8653764453 permission granted to make copy without alteration and not for commercial purpose. See how we are working to keep you and our team members safe while continuing to resource ministry. The rest of god is the state of abiding in the center of gods will, in christ, as one by one the several aspects of the believers. A study guide for the book of hebrews home of the word. Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe associates uk. The attached powerpoint and audio were given during the. The believers are seen as men on earth having free entrance to god and a heavenly calling by the work of christ. Hebrews is one of the three new testament commentaries on a single old testament verse.
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