Religious studies center, brigham young university. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of hebrews. Understanding of bible passages is enhanced by learning the various customs and lifestyles of the people and places where the bible stories transpired. Though not initially written to us, hebrews will always be a relevant study for new testament christians to undertake. The makers of this product emphasize all the favorite features. 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. Hebrews bible study book of hebrews bible study lifeway. But lisa harper makes digging into hebrews fun and doable, as only she can, without losing an ounce of depth. Lesson 15 of a series of bible studies on the book of hebrews. 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. The bible study resources on this page are intended to help you understand and apply hebrews. 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.
All gods word for you bible studies are written from a reformed, conservative, evangelical perspective that upholds the historic fundamentals of the christian faith. The book of hebrews appeals to the greek mind as well as the jewish mind. Hebrews bible study resources best bible commentaries. A workbook suitable for bible classes, family studies, or. Jesus is the one upon whom our faith rests and depends, from start to finish. This book of the new testament can seem somewhat intimidating to study and understand. The five warnings of hebrews church of the great god. T he 11 th chapter of hebrews is known as the hall of faith in the bible. The blue letter bible ministry and the blb institute hold to the historical, conservative christian faith, which includes a firm belief in the inerrancy of scripture. Hebrews is commonly referred to as a letter, though it does not have the typical form of a letter. 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. Holy bible, king james version, book 58 hebrews this is the original 1611 king james bible version, which has its 400th year anniversary this year the bible world press.
This workbook on the book of hebrews was designed for use in bible classes, family study, or personal study. 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. Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe associates uk. Eternity is spoken of in scripture as today note hebrews 1. Hebrews bible studies the gospel of john and the book of. They were being tempted to return to judaism and abandon their faith in christ. Week 1 hebrews chapter 1 the importance of gods son. Hebrews, chapters 17 helps you know and apply the encouraging and.
The book of hebrews can give you the spiritual refreshment you need. The city of rome had skyrocketing rates of adultery, homosexuality, and divorce during the first christian century. The author does not identify himself or those addressed, which letter writers normally did. The attached powerpoint and audio were given during the teaching of these lessons. Intro to hebrews biblica the international bible society. The epistle to the hebrews, one of the most important books of the new testament in that it contains some. 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 the chapters of the book of hebrews. The class book material is suitable for teens and adults. Now im going to give a third introduction to the epistle to the hebrews. Its a book that helps struggling christians get a fresh perspective on jesus, resulting in a fresh burst of courage to endure in faith. And he offers no manner of greeting, such as is usually found at. Jesus is seen as superior to angels, tasting death for everyone, the giver of a sabbath rest, and our high priest. This accessible guide walks readers through the book of hebrews, one of the most beautifully written and theologically rich books in the new testament.
This book is divided into 26 lessons, each of which contains the full niv text of the scripture passage, several study and discussion questions, and a versebyverse commentary. This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study. The book of hebrews is an exhortation to jewish christians to hold fast to their faith in christ. The author speaks at length about such subjects as the tabernacle, the day of atonement, the high priesthood, and someone named melchizedek. The father then addresses christ as god in hebrews 1. 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. Second, the very choice of egypt rather than israel was sin for the author of hebrews. The book of hebrews is a rich, dense section of scripture that can intimidate the most scholarly biblical student. Hebrews online bible study bible study the jesuswalk. Gods word for you is a free bible study site committed to bringing you teaching and studies firmly grounded in the bible, and the bible s answers to your questions. 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. We have said that the rest of god is the state of abiding in the center of gods will in christ.
The book of hebrews is a rich, dense section of scripture that can intimidate. Throughout the epistle, the author stresses the continuity and flow between the old testament revelation and the new faith in christ, while emphasizing the superiority of both christ and his new covenant, using such words as better, perfect and. Authorship of the epistle to the hebrews religious studies. Chapterbychapter bible studies all scripture quotations are from the new american standard bible, unless otherwise noted. Bible study series on the book of hebrews chapter by chapter. This study has been adapted from new testament survey, by merrill c. The author of this letter addresses it to christian believers who are jewish to encourage their faith. Hebrews points out that the law was only a shadow of the realities we have in christ. The fifth gospel the book of hebrews was written as a sort of gospel of jesus christ from an old testament perspective. Blue letter bible is a 501c3 nonprofit organization.
The greeks saw everything on earth as the shadows cast by what was real, so they were always searching for reality. Waldron copy right 1999 171 walden lane harriman, tn 37748 8653764453 permission granted to make copy without alteration and not for commercial purpose. The book of hebrews is quite challenging, claims commentary author donald. Copeland hundreds of free sermon outlines and bible study materials available for online browsing and downloading. This bible study book is designed to be paired with teaching videos from jen wilkin. The author of hebrews faced the problem of how to convince his readers to stay true to christ. Biblical studies from the book of hebrews lesson 1 general introduction overview oftentimes, while watching t. Best bible commentaries connects people to resources that will help them understand and apply scripture. It contains a challenging message to live wholeheartedly for christ in every situation. This first lesson in the series establishes the historical and religious context for the writing of this book. 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. 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. Questions in the lessons contain minimal human commentary, but instead guide students to study to understand scripture. Its purpose was to keep jewish christians, and even those who read it today, from falling away from christ.
Bible study series on the book of hebrews chapter by chapter savedbyhim01 20180911t03. The gospel according to matthew presents christ as fulfiller of every ot prophecy to the jewish people. All of our resources exist to guide you toward everlasting joy in jesus christ. Jul 14, 2015 this is why the book of hebrews makes a unique contribution to the canon of scripture.
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. The best book ive seen that fairly lays out the main views of these warnings and points out the strengths and weaknesses of each position is herbert w. And hebrews presents christ and his service in the heavens as antitype and fulfilment of the old testament instructions of service. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of hebrews keith simons easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe associates uk. Christ, as son, heir, and creator, is also the final spokesman in the final covenant. The book of hebrews was written in a sexually immoral world. This part bible study looks at the book of hebrews. White on bible study chapter 6 of the book of hebrews steadfastness in the faiththe covenant oath additional notes. Hebrews shows us that the bible is not a collection of unrelated stories, but is rather one unified storythe story of redemption through jesus christ. Study guide for hebrews by chuck smith blue letter bible.
Blue letter bible study tools make reading, searching and studying the bible easy and rewarding. Simply put, the book of hebrews helps us unlock the glorious tapestry of gods progressive revelation. A workbook suitable for bible classes, family studies, or personal bible study. The book of hebrews was written as a sort of gospel of jesus christ from an old testament perspective. Hebrews commentary book of hebrews commentary lifeway.
Hebrews, a study guide from the executable outlines series by mark a. And their sins and iniquities will i remember no more. Sixsession group bible study shows believers that jesus is the fulfillment. That is why this is the most christcentered book in the new testament. Thus the author is still working on the concept that faith and faithfulness of moses should. Theme it is stated early and emphasized often throughout the book. Hebrews helps us understand the overall story of the bible. We know that there remains therefore a rest to the people of god verse nine. This is a study of hebrews, which reigns unchallenged as the new testaments finest commentary on the relationship between christ and the old testament.
One of the best places to delve into bible study is in small discussion groups. A bible study series on the permanence, sufficiency, preeminence, and superiority of jesus christ. Each lesson on this study of hebrews is designed fit into the whole of the book. First egypt was notorious for the practice of the sensual sins. Gods word instructs people to seek wisdom, so whether you are looking for devotional aids, bible studies, or commentaries, i hope this website will be helpful to you. Although hebrews is not written in apocalyptic language, it does employ it. The bible study book includes leader helps to guide questions and discussions within small groups, personal study resources to be completed between small group meetings, and versebyverse study for comprehension and application. 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. The attached word document study guides are questions for the congregation, handed out the week prior to the lesson. Epistle to the hebrews read and study the bible online. A book by book study that will provide the student with a working knowledge of the entire bible. Biblical studies from the book of hebrews bible study guide.
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. Introduction to hebrews 10 isaiah gives some remarkable insights into the apocalyptic language used in the bible. Szink, authorship of the epistle to the hebrews in how the new testament came to be. Clement of alexandria suggests that paul wrote the book originally in hebrew and that luke translated it into greek, though the greek of hebrews bears no resemblance to translation greek e. It lists many men and women who showed faith in god and his promise. Hebrews with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. The questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge students to study to. So, together with a bible to look up crossreferences, you have everything you need for your journey of discovery in hebrews. The book of hebrews focuses on jesus christs fulfillment of and superiority to every institution in the old testamentsabbath, sacrifices, and priesthood. A number of years ago i saw a notation in the study bible that i use regarding something in the book of hebrews, that it contains five warnings to those to whom it is written. The writer of this letter does not identify himself, but he was obviously well known to the original recipients. Different authors are participating in the production of this series to bring together some of the best hearts and minds available to help understand what the bible means by what it says. This wonderful chapter is an example to us on how we can, and should, have faith in god as well.
Within the book of hebrews the real sin was abandoning faith in christ. Over the course of 12 weeks, these studies explore books of the bible and. Of course it is written to us, and so therefore that includes us. Hebrews chapter 1 the old testament is about jesus hebrews 1. Read hebrews chapter 1, then discuss these questions. Hebrews, lifechange bible study christian book distributors. This is why one can see the epistle to the hebrews as a fifth gospel and as sequel of the gospel by matthew.
The author argues that we have a better covenant, tabernacle, and sacrifice. Most people in the world have no experience of lasting joy in their lives. One such example is its use of the word fire which apocalyptically refers to gods judgment see hebrews 10. The father presents his son to the world and commands all the angels to worship him hebrews 1. Schuyler english, studies in the epistle to the hebrews.