Life Lessons from Hebrews: The Incomparable Christ - Softcover

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Lucado, Max

 
9780310086581: Life Lessons from Hebrews: The Incomparable Christ
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0310086582 ISBN 13: 9780310086581
Verlag: HarperChristian Resources, 2018

Inhaltsangabe

The Jewish believers were torn between their new faith in Jesus and their old ways rooted in Old Testament routines and rituals. They were tempted to go back to their familiar life that seemed "good enough." But the author of Hebrews shows that when Jesus came, "the best got better."

The unknown author of Hebrews skillfully compares these believers' old ways and their new faith, arguing that Christ is better in every way. He focuses on Jesus, his effective ministry, and his ultimate sacrifice, showing us that absolutely nothing compares to our incomparable Christ.

As you read, study, journal, and discuss the book of Hebrews, watch for these key themes that Max will unpack throughout the book:

  • Jesus Christ brought about a whole new way of connecting with and following God.
  • Jesus is our compassionate high priest.
  • Faith is the connector between this life and the next.

The Life Lessons with Max Lucado series brings the Bible to life in twelve lessons filled with intriguing questions, inspirational stories, and poignant reflections to take you deeper into God's Word. Each lesson includes:

  • An opening reflection on the Bible book you're studying.
  • Background information to deepen your understanding of the cultural and historical setting.
  • An excerpt of the text (from the NIV and the NKJV).
  • Exploration questions with plenty of room to write your own thoughts and notes.
  • Inspirational thoughts from Max as well as a closing takeaway for further reflection.

The Life Lessons series is ideal for use in both a small-group setting or for individual study.

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Since entering the ministry in 1978, Max Lucado has served churches in Miami, Florida; Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; and San Antonio, Texas. He currently serves as the teaching minister of Oak Hills Church in San Antonio. He is the recipient of the 2021 ECPA Pinnacle Award for his outstanding contribution to the publishing industry and society at large. He is America's bestselling inspirational author with more than 150 million products in print.

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Life Lessons from Hebrews

The Incomparable Christ

By Max Lucado, Neil Wilson

Thomas Nelson

Copyright © 2018 Max Lucado
All rights reserved.
ISBN: 978-0-310-08658-1

Contents

How to Study the Bible, v, 
Introduction to the Book of Hebrews, ix, 
Lesson 1 Jesus Understands Us (Hebrews 2:10–18), 1, 
Lesson 2 Keep the Faith (Hebrews 3:1–14), 11, 
Lesson 3 God's Rest (Hebrews 4:1–11), 21, 
Lesson 4 Jesus, Our High Priest (Hebrews 4:14–5:10), 31, 
Lesson 5 Perseverance (Hebrews 6:7–20), 41, 
Lesson 6 God Forgives and Forgets (Hebrews 8:1–13), 51, 
Lesson 7 The Ultimate Sacrifice (Hebrews 9:11–28), 61, 
Lesson 8 Confidence in Christ (Hebrews 10:19–39), 71, 
Lesson 9 Faith in God's Promises (Hebrews 11:1–16), 81, 
Lesson 10 Suffering Serves a Purpose (Hebrews 12:1–11), 91, 
Lesson 11 The Fear of the Lord (Hebrews 12:12–29), 101, 
Lesson 12 Serving Others (Hebrews 13:1–16), 111, 
Leader's Guide for Small Groups, 121,


CHAPTER 1

JESUS UNDERSTANDS US

For in that He Himself has suffered, being tempted, He is able to aid those who are tempted.

Hebrews 2:18 NKJV


REFLECTION

All of encounter pain and disappointments at some point in our lives. Some of these last for a brief time, while others stay with us for lifetime. Think for a moment about how you cope with difficulties. Where do you usually turn for comfort when you are hurting?

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SITUATION

The writer of Hebrews wanted to highlight the uniqueness of Christ. From the first sentence of his letter to the last, he presents Jesus as the final word from God and reveals how he is superior everything else. The author begins by showing how Jesus is higher than the angels. At the time in Jewish culture there was a great fascination with angels, but the author wants to make it clear these heavenly beings pale in comparison to God's Son. The writer's point is not to disparage angels but demonstrate the surpassing greatness of Christ and his effective ministry on behalf of those he came to save.


OBSERVATION

Read Hebrews 2:10–18 from the New International Version or the New King James Version.


New International Version

10 In bringing many sons and daughters to glory, it was fitting that God, for whom and through whom everything exists, should make the pioneer of their salvation perfect through what he suffered. 11 Both the one who makes people holy and those who are made holy are of the same family. So Jesus is not ashamed to call them brothers and sisters. 12 He says,

"I will declare your name to my brothers and sisters; in the assembly I will sing your praises."

13 And again,

"I will put my trust in him."

And again he says,

"Here am I, and the children God has given me."


14 Since the children have flesh and blood, he too shared in their humanity so that by his death he might break the power of him who holds the power of death — that is, the devil — 15 and free those who all their lives were held in slavery by their fear of death. 16 For surely it is not angels he helps, but Abraham's descendants. 17 For this reason he had to be made like them, fully human in every way, in order that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest in service to God, and that he might make atonement for the sins of the people. 18 Because he himself suffered when he was tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted.


New King James Version

10 For it was fitting for Him, for whom are all things and by whom are all things, in bringing many sons to glory, to make the captain of their salvation perfect through sufferings. 11 For both He who sanctifies and those who are being sanctified are all of one, for which reason He is not ashamed to call them brethren, 12 saying:

"I will declare Your name to My brethren; In the midst of the assembly I will sing praise to You."

13 And again:

"I will put My trust in Him."

And again:

"Here am I and the children whom God has given Me."

14 Inasmuch then as the children have partaken of flesh and blood, He Himself likewise shared in the same, that through death He might destroy him who had the power of death, that is, the devil, 15 and release those who through fear of death were all their lifetime subject to bondage. 16 For indeed He does not give aid to angels, but He does give aid to the seed of Abraham. 17 Therefore, in all things He had to be made like His brethren, that He might be a merciful and faithful High Priest in things pertaining to God, to make propitiation for the sins of the people. 18 For in that He Himself has suffered, being tempted, He is able to aid those who are tempted.


EXPLORATION

1. According to this passage, why did God allow his Son to suffer?

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2. How does Jesus see those who choose to put their faith in him?

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3. What effect did Jesus' victory over death have on Satan?

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4. What can free people from their fear of death?

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5. Why did Jesus have to come to this world in human form?

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6. In what ways is Jesus able to help you because of what he endured on this earth?

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INSPIRATION

Abandon. Such a haunting word.

On the edge of the small town sits a decrepit house. Weeds higher than the porch. Boarded windows and a screen door bouncing in the wind. To the front gate is nailed a sign: Abandoned. No one wants the place. Even the poor and desperate pass it by.

A social worker appears at the door of an orphanage. In her big hand is the small dirty one of a six-year-old girl. As the adults speak, the wide eyes of the child explore the office of the director. She hears the worker whisper, "Abandoned. She was abandoned."

An elderly woman in a convalescent home rocks alone in her room on Christmas. No cards, no calls, no carols.

A young wife...

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Verlag
HarperChristian Resources
Erscheinungsdatum
2018
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN 10 
0310086582
ISBN 13 
9780310086581
Einband
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Anzahl der Seiten
144
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