Hebrews - So Great a Salvation

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Richard Peifer

Hebrews is one of the most compelling books in the Bible. Some say it's the pinnacle. It paints a picture of Christ like no other book in the Bible. We are limiting today's broadcast to the first 4 verses (Hebrews 1:1-4) of the first chapter because they summarize the entire book. No one knows who the human author was of this book; certainly we know that it was authored by the Holy Spirit. This will be a fascinating in-depth study.

Categories: Jesus Christ

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Richard Peifer

Today we look at Jesus. The writer of Hebrews takes great care to teach us who Jesus is and why he is superior. He is the creator and master of angels. They worship and serve him. His words carry more weight than the words of angels. There is no greater messenger than Jesus and there is no greater message that the gospel.

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Richard Peifer, Bob Davis

Why should we pay such close attention to this salvation we've been offered in Jesus? Because knowing how great a gift you have been given changes your life! Jesus became a human being and experienced suffering and death so that we might become his family. Now we see Jesus crowned in glory because he conquered death. We too conquer death when we come to Him by faith. That's the good news of Hebrews!

Categories: Jesus Christ

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis

Jesus Christ is superior to Moses. He is the one sent from God and the high priest of our confession. Jesus is worthy of more glory than Moses, as the builder of a house has more honor than the house. Jesus is the builder and Moses is a member of the house. Moses testified to the things that were to be spoken later about and by Jesus. Jesus is over God's house. Under the New Covenant, we are God's house and Jesus is firmly established as the head. All of this is to help us recognize that the New Covenant is superior to the Old.

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Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Richard Peifer

We who believe enter God's rest by faith. When we enter we rest from our works just as he rested from his. Jesus sympathizes with our weakness and invites us to his throne of grace. It is there we will receive mercy and find grace in our time of need.

Categories: Jesus Christ

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Richard Peifer

Have you ever thought that Jesus could not possibly understand how you feel or what you are going through? Hebrews plainly states that Jesus is our High Priest, he sympathizes with our weakness, and invites us to his throne of grace where we will receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need. Jesus is our priest forever, appointed by God, and we can trust him to meet us in our need.

Categories: Jesus Christ New Covenant

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Richard Peifer

The book of Hebrews is rich in encouragement. Believers are encouraged to grow and mature in their faith. Once there is a strong foundation in the basics, then it is time to move on and mature in that knowledge. God's purpose for you is unchangeable — his desire is for you to know Him. This gives you encouragement to hold fast to your hope, the anchor of your soul.

Categories: Jesus Christ New Covenant

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Richard Peifer

Who was Melchizedek and why is Jesus compared to him in Hebrews? He collected a tenth from Abraham and then blessed him. Jesus is from the tribe of Judah. The change of priesthood requires a change of the law. Jesus is this new priest and brings a better hope. Jesus is permanent high priest because he lives forever. This is good news!

Categories: Jesus Christ New Covenant

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Richard Peifer

Chapter 7 of Hebrews gives us deep insight into Jesus as our high priest and the New Covenant. God wants us to know for sure that Jesus Christ is his final word to man. There's no higher word, no greater word, or life-changing word than what we experience in Christ Jesus. We don't live in the Old Covenant - we live in the New Covenant because of the work of Christ Jesus.

Categories: Jesus Christ New Covenant

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Richard Peifer

Jesus Christ is the mediation of a new covenant (or will). A will goes in effect when the one who made it dies. Christ's blood inaugurated the New Covenant and provided forgiveness of sins. His death redeems us from our sins. When Christ appears a second time, he will not deal with sin, but will bring salvation to those who are waiting for him.

Categories: Jesus Christ New Covenant

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Richard Peifer

The Law, as beautiful as it is, is but a shadow. It is not the reality. Therefore, it can never make perfect those who draw near. In reality, it is but a constant reminder of sin. Jesus came to do God's will - remove sins. Because Jesus offered his body and accomplished God's will, he established the New Covenant. This one offering has perfected all who are the holy ones. Where there is forgiveness, there is no longer any sacrifice for sins. It is finished!

Categories: Jesus Christ New Covenant

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Richard Peifer

The blood of Jesus opened the way for us into the Most Holy Place. It is His blood that gives us confidence to enter in and that cleanses our conscience one and for all. Having your conscience cleansed enables you to endure through trials and tribulations. What you possess in Christ is far superior to anything you can hold in this world. Be confident, be patient, live by faith in Christ Jesus.

Categories: Jesus Christ New Covenant

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Richard Peifer

Faith is the assurance of things hoped for and the conviction of things not seen. Without faith it is impossible to please God. By faith Noah built the ark, Abraham left his home, Sarah received power to conceive. By faith, Abraham offered up Isaac because he was convinced that God was able to raise him from the dead. Because of the resurrection of Jesus, you too were raised from the dead - by faith in Jesus.

Categories: Jesus Christ New Covenant

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Richard Peifer

Hebrews 11 is an insightful look at old-testament saints. Without faith it is impossible to please God and these saints are a wonderful example to us today. Through the lens of faith, we can experience the life God provides. Notice that there is no mention of the sins of these old-testament saints, although each of them were flawed in many ways. God is only concerned with their faith. The same is true for us. Abraham's story is a story of faith; in fact, he is called the Father of Faith. He is a pivotal character in the story of God's provision.

Categories: Jesus Christ New Covenant

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis

Some by faith conquered kingdoms, stopped the mouths of lions, quenched the power of fire, put foreign armies to flight. When we think about a life of faith in Jesus, this is the kind of impact we want to make. Yet others were tortured, mocked, flogged, imprisoned, stoned, sawn in to or killed by the sword. They too were commended for their faith. No matter what you are going through, just like these saints of old, you can walk through your trails convinced that nothing can separate you from the love of God. Let these examples encourage you in your walk of faith.

Categories: Jesus Christ New Covenant

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Richard Peifer

As believers in Jesus we worship him and live this life that he has given us. Jesus is the author and finisher of our faith. So how does that work itself out in everyday life? Where do we find strength to run the race. Bob and Richard look at Hebrews to find the examples set before us.

Categories: Jesus Christ New Covenant

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Richard Peifer

We have a race set before us. We are to run this race with perseverance. We often become discouraged in times of hardship; however, Hebrews tell us that what we will receive through this hardship will strengthen us. When we know that we are forever His and that everything that happens, good or bad, brings us closer to him. Jesus is on our side. Because of that, we can be encouraged in discipline. Run your race, with perseverance, and others will see that Jesus really is truth and light.

Categories: Jesus Christ New Covenant

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Richard Peifer

We've received a kingdom that is unshakable. We stand on solid ground. Jesus is our cornerstone and our life in Him is rock solid. Chapter 13 of Hebrews looks at acceptable worship to God, in very practical ways: Let brotherly love continue. Be hospitable. Remember those in prison and those who are being mistreated. Hold marriage in high honor. Don't defile the marriage bed. Be content with what you have. Remember, the Lord will never leave you nor forsake you. Therefore, live without fear, the Lord is your helper.

Categories: Jesus Christ New Covenant

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Richard Peifer

Hebrews encourages us to offer up the continual sacrifice of praise to God. Let us do good and share what we have with others. Let's obey our leaders, those who watch over our souls and let's pray. Jesus is our great shepherd and He equips us with every good thing so that we may do his will. He works in us that which is pleasing in his sight.

Categories: Jesus Christ New Covenant

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Richard Peifer

This last session of our teaching on Hebrews is an overview of the foundational truths we've explored. This whole story of the Bible is the story of Jesus. God spoke through his prophets before Jesus, and now Christ has come. Through the Holy Spirit, he is with us today. God speaks to us through him. Christ fulfilled the roles laid out before him and we are beneficiaries of his finished work.

Categories: Jesus Christ New Covenant