New Testament Survey

FOR FURTHER STUDY

1. Hebrews is sometimes called the fifth Gospel. Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John focus on the work of Jesus during His earthly ministry, His death, and resurrection. Hebrews describes His present work in Heaven.

2. Key words to study in Hebrews: Better, perfect, eternal, forever, partakers, Heaven, priest, high priest.

3. Hebrews provides the most extended record of conversations between the Father and the Son, Jesus Christ. (See Hebrews 1:5-13; 2:12-13; 10:5-9.)

4. Hebrews chapters 7-10 explains the purpose of the Old Testament tabernacle.

5. Hebrews chapter 11 is the greatest chapter on faith in the Bible.

6. Read Hebrews 4:12. This is one of the best descriptions of the Word of God contained in the Bible.

7. Study the following verses which prove the superiority of the Messiah (Jesus) to angels: Psalms 2:7; 104:4; 45:7-8; 102:26-28; 110:1; II Samuel 7:14; Deuteronomy 32:43

8. Study Hebrews 4:14-7:28. Contrast the priesthoods of Jesus and Aaron.

9. Study the two covenants described in Hebrews 8:1-10:18. Make a list of contrasts between the old covenant and the new covenant.

10. There are five warning passages included in the outline used in this chapter. Study these warning sections. List the subject and content of each.

11. Study the contrast between Israel's position at Mt. Sinai and the believer's position at Mt. Sion: Hebrews 12:18-29