Hebrews 9:11-28

 

 

  1. From last weeks lecture, what spoke to you or stood out in a new way regarding Christ’s High Priestly ministry?  What picture from the tabernacle was meaningful to you?  Was there a personal application you could make regarding this?  Is your picture of our God “bigger” because of  Hebrews…and how so?  (Be specific and be grateful!)

 

  1. Verses 11-14 present a contrast of the earthly high priest and his function and Christ’s (better) High Priest work.  What strikes you?
    1. Vs. 14 is a “how much more” verse
    2. How much more ______ what? (describe in your own words.)  Look up these “how much more” verses and state them in your own words.

                                                               i.      Romans 11: 17-24 (difficult, read slowly – a picture of Israel being cut off and we Gentile believers being “grafted in”)

                                                             ii.      Hebrews 10: 28-31 (ouch!)

 

  1. Read Hebrews 9: 15-22.   What point is being made in verses 16-17?

 

  1. The book of Hebrews has since its beginning emphasized “new” or “better” things. 
    1. From verses 18-22, what has not changed or been improved upon?
    2. List methods people employ today to avoid the teaching that forgiveness requires the shedding of blood.
    3. What is your honest reaction to this concept?

 

  1. Why is verse 22 so pivotal – not only in the chapter but to the book?

 

  1. Read Hebrews 9:23-28.
    1. List phrases that basically repeat the themes already presented in Chapter 9.
    2. How could you explain the reason for this repetition of ideas?

 

  1. On the basis of what Christ has already done, is there anything yet to be done to provide salvation?
    1. Which verses support your answer?
    2. What does remain to be done for those whose sins have been taken away?

 

  1. Which of the ways in which this section of Scripture states the work of Christ to be superior to the work of the earthly sanctuary is most important to you?  Why?