Themes in Hebrews
What is the message of Hebrews and how does it apply to our lives?
No other book in the New Testament integrates the gospel with the Old Testament better than the book of Hebrews. The author of this epistle is relentless in his effort to reveal Christ as greater than the prophets, angels, Moses, and the Levitical priests. In fact, the author argues, all the ceremonies, sacrifices, and offices of the Old Testament foreshadow the person and work of Jesus Christ. In light of so great a salvation, Hebrews encourages us to run the race before us in faithfulness and perseverance.
– Ligonier website introduction to R.C. Sproul’s, Themes From Hebrews
The two main themes of Hebrews are The Supremacy of Christ, and Perseverance in Christ, especially in the face of persecution. We will dig into these themes and see how directly they relate to our lives in a world that is increasingly bold in it’s antipathy and even hatred for Christ, a world that is intent on separating you from Him.
Goal
The goal for this class is to give you a foundation for reading, understanding, and applying Hebrews to your life.
Syllabus audio
- Welcome pdf audio
- Introduction pdf audio
- Themes in Hebrews pdf audio
- The Supremacy of Christ: God’s Final Word in His Son pdf audio1 audio2
- Perseverance in Christ: What are we to make of the warnings against apostasy? pdf audio audio2
- The Supremacy of Christ: Jesus is better than … pdf audio
- The Supremacy of Christ: The mediator of a new covenant audio pdf
- Perseverance in Christ: This world is not my home.
- Perseverance in Christ: We are in a marathon, not a sprint.
- Christ Exalting, Persevering Faith Life pdf audio
Resources
Hebrews Overview by The Bible Project