A study of the book hebrews

Though not initially written to us, hebrews will always be a relevant study for new testament christians to undertake. This is a verse by verse study of the book of hebrews in outline form. A workbook suitable for bible classes, family studies, or. 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. 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. 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. 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. Theme it is stated early and emphasized often throughout the book. Gospel glimpses, wholebible connections, theology, practice, and. Help from the epistle to the hebrews 5 introduction to the epistle to the hebrews we dont know who wrote hebrews, but with mounting archaeological data we can now say why it was written with more certainty than has ever been known. The better promise study book offers 28 days 4 weeks of scripture readings. The writer was attempting to instruct jewish christians that they should no longer be trying to obey the things contained in the old covenant law. The book of hebrews is written to the world believers and nonbelievers alike.

The book of hebrews appeals to the greek mind as well as the jewish mind. The attached word document study guides are questions for the congregation, handed out the week prior to the lesson. But for this study, well describe the original purpose of hebrews in this way. The author does not identify himself or those addressed, which letter writers normally did. Schuyler english, studies in the epistle to the hebrews. What you learn from this study of the epistle to the hebrews may startle you. Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe associates uk. 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 recipients introduction to hebrews 2 introduction to hebrews 2 i. Thankfully, we do not need to know who wrote the book in order to know what the book teaches. There are five warnings through the book of hebrews and this is the first one. And if you asked the author of hebrews the same question, he would probably name his book.

The book of hebrews stands apart from other biblical books in its unique portrait of jesus christ as the supreme revelation of goda portrait bolstered by the authors skillful use of imagery, metaphor, and old testament analogy. A study of the book of hebrews, chapter two dawn bible students association, publishers of the dawn magazine. Ask a group of christians to name the most intimidating book in the new testament, and most will say hebrews. Christ, as son, heir, and creator, is also the final spokesman in the final covenant. Perhaps this explains why presentday christians often find this book. Hebrews with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Its purpose was to present the lord jesus christ as perfect and. 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. 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. Hebrews 1 inductive bible study notes and discussion questions hebrews 1 outline. Introduction to hebrews the epistle to the hebrews is a unique book in the new testament. The writer of this letter does not identify himself, but he was obviously well known to the original recipients.

Basically, god created the world and then made an agreement with the people living in it. Hebrews shows us that the bible is not a collection of unrelated stories, but is rather one unified story. 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. Full scripture readings for every dayright there in the book. Bible study series on the book of hebrews chapter by chapter. The attached powerpoint and audio were given during the teaching of these lessons. Simply put, the book of hebrews helps us unlock the glorious tapestry of gods progressive revelation.

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 8x10, perfect bound, 112page, fullcolor hebrews. Starting in chapter 1, the writer speaks first of the superiority of christ over the prophets, angels, and in chapter 3, moses. To read it is to breathe the atmosphere of heaven itself.

Last week, we were challenged to think of our lord in much greater terms greater in power, in majesty, in love and mercy and grace. 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. This first lesson in the series establishes the historical and religious context for the writing of this book. They were in danger of slipping back into the traditions of judaism because they had not put down roots in the soil of christianity. 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. A nonprofit organization dedicated to spreading the gospel of christs coming kingdom. Aug 29, 2017 introduction to the verse by verse bible study on. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of hebrews. White on bible study chapter 6 of the book of hebrews steadfastness in the faith the covenant oath additional notes. Hebrews contains 35 direct quotes from the old testament. This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study. Study guide for hebrews by chuck smith blue letter bible.

This book is the one through which the new covenant teaching so dear to bobs heart was formed. The main themes in hebrews include the superiority of christ, the superiority of the new covenant, and urgent calls for the believer to persevere in his faith. A study guide for the book of hebrews home of the word. God is not called father of the believers hebrews 12. As we studied through the book of hebrews, several overarching topics kept popping up again and again. To study it is to partake of strong spiritual meat. The author argues that we have a better covenant, tabernacle, and sacrifice. It was a pretty sweet deal, but things werent working out so well. A free 12week bible study on hebrews from crossway. Epistle to the hebrews read and study the bible online.

The book of hebrews is a rich, dense section of scripture that can intimidate the most scholarly biblical student. Luke translated it carefully and published it for the greeks, and hence the same style of expression is found in this epistle and in the acts. Hebrews bible book with full chapters king james version. We have said that the rest of god is the state of abiding in the center of gods will in christ. The author is anonymous, although either paul or barnabas was traditionally accepted as the author. More than any other new testament book, hebrews connects the dots between the old testament and the new. It reaches back into israels rich history of redemption and looks forward to the glorious hope that belongs to those who are in christ. Ill point out the major landmarks and explain some of the things that dont fully resonate with our modern culture. 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. Jesus is greater than everything that has come before him or will come after him. Join us in this fourweek reading plan of the book of hebrews. The epistle to the hebrews, one of the most important books of the.

Use this overview and download free study questions to guide your reading. He is greater than angels, the torah, moses, the promised land, priests, melchizedek, sacrifices, and the covenant. But lisa harper makes digging into hebrews fun and doable, as only she can, without losing an ounce of depth. Each lesson on this study of hebrews is designed fit into the whole of the book. The book of hebrews is an exhortation to christian people to enter the rest of god. 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. When hebrews talks about faith, therefore, it must help us to see the object of faith, because our faith will be strong if we believe and understand that the object of our faith is strong. The believers are seen as men on earth having free entrance to god and a heavenly calling by the work of christ.

The book of hebrews the book of hebrews is written to the world believers and nonbelievers alike. Jesus is seen as superior to angels, tasting death for everyone, the giver of a sabbath rest, and our high priest. That is why this is the most christcentered book in the new testament. He also appears to have been one to whom the apostles had confirmed the lords word. Biblical studies from the book of hebrews bible study guide. The early church father clement quoted from the book of hebrews in a.

Christ is the fulfillment of all the old testament hopes and promises. The questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge students to study to understand scripture. Hebrews helps us understand the overall story of the bible. The author of hebrews wrote to exhort his audience to reject local jewish teachings and to remain faithful to jesus. We arent sure exactly who wrote the book of hebrews. This description of the authors purpose helps orient us to the main ideas found in the book of hebrews.

Read and study hebrews by yourself for the first time. Waldron copy right 1999 171 walden lane harriman, tn 37748 8653764453 permission granted to make copy without alteration and not for commercial purpose. 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. There are a great number of reasons why i believe it is time for us to study the book of hebrews. A bible study series on the permanence, sufficiency, preeminence, and superiority of jesus christ. Hebrews is commonly referred to as a letter, though it does not have the typical form of a letter. This is the only new testament book which we dont know the author of. 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. We know that there remains therefore a rest to the people of god verse nine. Jan 01, 2016 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. The attached powerpoint and audio were given during the.

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. This study has been adapted from new testament survey, by merrill c. Study of the book of hebrews bob george ministries. 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. 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. Whoever wrote hebrews appears not to have been an apostle of jesus.

With its myriad references to hebrew customs and the old testament, the book was likely sent to a jewish christian community, possibly in rome. 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. Book of hebrews overview insight for living ministries. Regardless of the human hand that held the pen, the holy spirit of god is the divine author of all scripture 2 timothy 3. Written in beautiful prose, the book of hebrews explores the majesty and supremacy of jesus over all things. The book of hebrews was written for the jews who had accepted jesus as their messiah. The book of hebrews along with romans and galations forms a trilogy explaining the heart and essence of the believers walk of faith. In the midst of this argument about the angels, the writer of hebrews gives a warning. 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 his divinity. Hebrews differs in some respect with the other epistles of the nt. It begins as an essay, progresses as a sermon, and ends as a letter heb. The book of hebrews focuses on jesus christs fulfillment of and superiority to every institution in the old testamentsabbath, sacrifices, and priesthood.

I believe that a study of the book of hebrews may be the next step for us as a church as we seek to grow in our desire for greater intimacy with christ, greater faith, and bolder acts of service. Hebrews online bible study bible study the jesuswalk. The epistle to hebrews is a study in contrast, between the imperfect and incomplete provisions of the old covenant, given under moses, and the infinitely better provisions of the new covenant offered by the perfect highpriest, gods only son and the messiah, jesus christ. The bible book of hebrews with full chapters, footnotes and bible commentary to aid your bible search, reading, and study. 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. Introduction to hebrews verse by verse bible study kjv. Some say it was paul the apostle, but that is doubtful. The greeks saw everything on earth as the shadows cast by what was real, so they were always searching for reality. This summary of the book of hebrews provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and. Jan 02, 2020 im studying this book for a womens bible study class so havent read the whole book but it is very thorough so far inckudes the book of hebrews in the back of the book which is great for making notes. This course is an indepth study of the letter to the hebrews, and is designed to provide a working knowledge of the book, including an understanding of the proper relationship between the old and new testaments and. 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.

The book of hebrews elevates jesus above historical people. 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. A study guide for the book of hebrews home of the word of. Comprehensive bible study on the book of hebrews designed for both personal study or use in small group studies. The book of hebrews is a general epistle apostolic letter. One of the best places to delve into bible study is in small discussion groups.