The tabernacle in hebrews means either the tent of meeting in the wilderness hebrews 9. Chuck smith study guide for hebrews blue letter bible. This 59 part expository study of hebrews was preached at flagstaff christian fellowship in 200305. Backsliding usually occurs gradually, and the writer of hebrews did not want to see the jewish christians slip back into the laws of judaism with its legal bondage, and lose their joy and their first love for god revelation 2. The attached powerpoint and audio were given during the teaching of these lessons. Oct 09, 2015 this first lesson in the series establishes the historical and religious context for the writing of this book. 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.
Bible study series on the book of hebrews chapter by chapter. This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study. The book of hebrews is a powerful application lesson. Audio and manuscripts are available for each lesson. Truth week by week to a portion of the epistle to the hebrews and to other portions of scripture that are naturally suggested by it. 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. The makers of this product emphasize all the favorite features. There was the danger of some returning to the temple system of. The attached powerpoint and audio were given during the. References are from the new king james version, unless otherwise indicated. Dan winklers book on hebrews is called gods word of encouragement now we always want to see how our biblical studies apply to us today. Study of the book of hebrews bob george ministries.
The book of hebrews illustrates how faith is imperative to the christian walk. As you begin each day pray that the lord would speak to you through his holy spirit as you open yourself to his word. Tell a story one saturday afternoon i watched the telecast of the worlds lightweight boxing. Some equate its difficulty with the book of revelation 3. Now i turn to the fourth author, sir robert anderson, and quote from his book, the hebrews epistle in the light of the types.
Hebrews is one of the most challenging books in the new testament. Waldron copy right 1999 171 walden lane harriman, tn 37748 8653764453 permission granted to make copy without alteration and not for commercial purpose. It is deep and full of sometimes difficult to understand terms and theology. The book of hebrews 2 credits thank you for signing up to begin your studies with this free twocredit course that will take you versebyverse through the book of hebrews. We arent sure exactly who wrote the book of hebrews.
Bible study lesson sheets these are lessons designed for either a class or personal study. Each lesson on this study of hebrews is designed fit into the whole of the book. The book of genesis has been granted an imprimatur and can be purchased from our website shop. One such example is its use of the word fire which apocalyptically refers to gods judgment see hebrews 10. As you study the book of hebrews, you will see that the old testament was fulfilled by jesus christ in the new testament and the superiority of christ his glory, his honor, and. Study faith in hebrews with the help of the new king james study bible and discover a few ways hebrews encourages us to trust christ with each step. Table of contents personal study guide 6 lesson 1 introduction to hebrews 14 lesson 2 jesus is better 1 1. Hebrews 1 inductive bible study notes and discussion questions hebrews 1 outline. The student should have hisher bible open as each lesson is prepared. A study of the book of hebrews the son, gods final word to man scripture. The author of hebrews brought the word of god to his readers because he believed that the word of god is living and active, sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart hebrews 4. And in that way, a study of hebrews can be especially rewarding for bible students, because it requires we raise our game if were going to interpret it properly. Before studying hebrews 4, point out to students that the word rest is repeated.
When herod had john the baptist arrested, he put him aside. A workbook suitable for bible classes, family studies, or. 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. Many of its topics and themes are difficult to understand, and it tends to. Hebrews helps us understand the overall story of the bible. The book of hebrews is one of contrasts, comparing jesus with other people or even angels to help us understand who he is. These readings and study questions are in preparation for next weeks lesson. Lesson 2 explores the rhetorical tools the author of hebrews used to exhort his original audience to remain faithful to jesus, and explains how the author wove recurring elements into persuasive.
As the title suggests, this letter has a jewish focus. The book of hebrews is written to the world believers and nonbelievers alike. Through the bible with les feldick lesson 2 part 3 book 48 hebrews 4. A week online interactive bible study on the letter or epistle to hebrews, pointing to jesus christ and the new covenant as superior to all that had come before under the old covenant. Who being the brightness of his glory, and the express image. Let me make a general observation an overview of the book of hebrews and the whole study will become a thrilling application for us today. The epistle to the hebrews is a unique book in the new testament. What are five take aways from my studying this book which i call life lessons. Hebrews was written primarily to jewish christians. Lesson 5 of a series of bible studies on the book of hebrews. The epistle to the hebrews introduction to the epistle introduction 1. Biblical studies from the book of hebrews bible study guide.
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. Many sources have been used in the preparation of these lessons from hebrews. The study will be somewhat similar to that which appeared on the book of romans two or three years ago, although we do not propose, at present at least, to make a study of the entire epistle, but only of the. The theme of hebrews is the supremacy and sufficiency of christ. 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. The greeks saw everything on earth as the shadows cast by what was real, so they were always searching for reality. The attached word document study guides are questions for the congregation, handed out the week prior to the lesson. Comprehensive bible study on the book of hebrews designed for both personal study or use in small group studies. Jesus is the one upon whom our faith rests and depends, from start to finish. This book is the one through which the new covenant teaching so dear to bobs heart was formed.
The writer to the hebrews is not saying it is just difficult, but truly without possibility. The theme of the epistle to the hebrews, the only book of the new testament in which our lord is presented in his high priestly office, is the supreme glory of christ, the son of god and son of man. It lists many men and women who showed faith in god and his promise. Jan 4, 20 join me for an inductive, online study of the great book of hebrews see more ideas about hebrews bible study, book of hebrews and bible. It is the same word used in acts 7 when those who stoned stephen laid their robesplaced them asideat the feet of saul.
Some say it was paul the apostle, but that is doubtful. But dont let that fool you into thinking the letter wont have something to say to a gentile audience like us. A study guide for the book of hebrews home of the word of. 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. The major purpose of this epistle was to challenge and encourage ones spiritual development and maturity in christ so to resist temptations and persecution by the building up of mutual faith and knowledge of christ heb. This is the only new testament book which we dont know the author of. This book is very special to me because it was written to the jewish christians in the church who were undergoing very severe persecution that the vast majority of believers have never had to experience.
Yet we should not give up just because it is difficult. T he book of hebrews can teach us much about jesus christ, our high priest. Give three instances in which god spake in time past to the fathers by the prophets. Welcome to our study of one of the most challenging and rewarding of all new testament letters the letter to the hebrews. In perhaps his most extensive teaching, you will experience the wonder and joy in the provisions of the new covenant and will grow and mature in your faith.
Introduction to hebrews 10 isaiah gives some remarkable insights into the apocalyptic language used in the bible. It is impossible that the blood of bulls and goats can take away sin hebrews 10. This is a verse by verse study of the book of hebrews in outline form. The word for throw off is a greek word that means to place aside, to put aside out of the ordinary way. The questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge students to study to understand scripture. This first lesson in the series establishes the historical and religious context for the writing of this book. The book of hebrews appeals to the greek mind as well as the jewish mind. God, who at sundry times and in divers manners spake in time past unto the fathers by the prophets, hath in these last days spoken unto us by his son, whom he hath appointed heir of all things, by whom also he made the worlds. A study guide for the book of hebrews home of the word. T he 11 th chapter of hebrews is known as the hall of faith in the bible. Hebrews online bible study bible study the jesuswalk. The study is divided in each lesson according to the topics treated by the writer occasionally referred to as paul. This wonderful chapter is an example to us on how we can, and should, have faith in god as well. Although hebrews is not written in apocalyptic language, it does employ it.
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. Hebrews with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. This is the only book of the new testament, and one of only a few in the bible. The book of genesis has been granted an imprimatur and can be purchased from our website shop if you have a question for our authors, click on the ask us. Aug 12, 2015 lesson 2 explores the rhetorical tools the author of hebrews used to exhort his original audience to remain faithful to jesus, and explains how the author wove recurring elements into persuasive. This introduces a major theme that runs throughout the book of hebrewsthe. Others say barnabasor because of the writing style, perhaps it was luke or even apollosbut we dont know for sure. The writer of this letter does not identify himself, but he was obviously well known to the original recipients. We have this kind of high priest, who sat down at the right hand of the throne of the majesty in the heavens, 2 a minister of the sanctuary and the true tabernacle that was set up by the lord and not man. Biblical studies from the book of hebrews lesson 1 general introduction overview oftentimes, while watching t. Jesus is seen as superior to angels, tasting death for everyone, the giver of a sabbath rest, and our high priest. One of the best places to delve into bible study is in small discussion groups.
This course consists of three textbooks and 12 audio lessons by bible teacher, dr. This complete expositional study of the book of hebrews by dan hayden is an essential resource for every serious bible student. They are intended for reflection and self study before readinglistening to the lesson. So our first lesson is about trying to understand what it means that jesus is the son of god. 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. The word impossible is put in a position of emphasis. The author argues that we have a better covenant, tabernacle, and sacrifice. For permission to reproducedistribute these resources from steve cole including the word document and audio files found on the individual lesson pages below please see bible. When we meet with other believers to study the word we are challenged to dig into it and share what we have learned with one another fulfilling the command found in hebrews 10.
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