Hebrews 7:1-28
READ
Hebrews 7
EXPLORE
1. What stands out to you in the text?
2. What is the significance of Melchizedek’s genealogy in light of the divine genealogy of Christ?
3. The author notes that when a new priest arises that “one commandment is set aside because of its weakness and uselessness but on the other hand, a better hope is introduced, through which we draw near to God.” v.18-20 How is this true with Christ as our high priest? V.22
4. What is significant about the oath referred to in v.21? What does the author mean in v.28 when he says, “For the law appoints men in their weakness as high priests, but the word of the oath, which came later than the law, appoints a Son who has been made perfect forever.” (see Psalm 110)
APPLY
How should Christ being a “priest forever” for us shape our confidence in him?
The author notes that Christ makes intercession for us as our high priest. In knowing that Jesus prays for you, how does that affect the way you view the value that is placed on your life? How does it affect the way you see others?
PRAY
For one another, the church, the city