Hebrews intro sermon ppt
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The document provides an introduction to the Epistle to the Hebrews. It discusses that the book is unique in its structure, moving from an essay to a sermon to a letter. It contains challenging but insightful contents. It warns of the danger of apostasy and need for steadfast faith. The background discusses that the author is unknown but likely not Paul, and that it was written to Jewish Christians prior to 70 AD. The purpose was to prevent abandoning faith in Christ by showing His superiority over the Old Covenant. It provides exhortations from this superiority.
Hebrews intro sermon ppt
- 2. Introduction • As we begin to study the Epistle to the Hebrews let us prepare for some great learning. • This book is unique because it begins as and essay (1:1-2), progresses as a sermon (2:1-4), and ends as a letter (13:23-25).
- 3. Introduction • Hebrews contents are challenging and insightful. Some find it very difficult. • But for those who are willing to take the time and read and reflect on it: – Will be reminded how blessed they are to have trusted in Christ. – Shall be impressed with Christ’s superiority over Moses and the Old Covenant. – Are warned of the danger of apostasy and the need for steadfastness of their faith.
- 4. The Background… • The author/penman is unknown. – He does not specifically identify himself. – Some believe him to be the apostle Paul. But unlikely due to the author’s statement: “was confirmed to us by those that heard him.” 2:3 – Paul declared that he had not received the gospel from/through men Galatians 1:11-12
- 5. The Background… • The Recipients. – It is generally understood to be written to Jewish Christians. – It is uncertain as to where they were at the time of the writing. – Believed they to be in Palestine and the author in Rome or somewhere in Italy. 13:24 – The author knew the recipients personally. 10:34; 13:19
- 6. The Background • The Date of Writing: – It was prior to 96 A.D. because Clement of Rome quotes from the Hebrews in his letter written at that time. • There are strong implications that it was written before 70 A.D. • It is written as though priests are still offering sacrifices in the Temple 8:4; 10:11 • If they were in Palestine it is likely to be before the Jewish wars 66-70, see 12:4 • The Time frame then between 63-65 A.D.
- 7. The Purpose of this Epistle • To prevent readers from abandoning their faith in Christ! 2:1-4 • To help his Jewish brethren not to go back to the Old Law. Cf. Gal. 5:4 – By showing the superiority of Christ and His covenant 8:1-2, 6 – Key word throughout, “better”… – Christ is better than the angels 1:4 – “the bringing in of a better hope” 7:19 – Jesus, the surety of a better covenant 7:22 – Better covenant, promises, sacrifices, etc. 8:6; 9:23; 13:22
- 8. The Main Divisions of the Book • The Superiority of Christ. Heb. 1:1-8:6 • The Superiority of the New Covenant. Heb. 8:7-10:18 • Exhortations Drawn from This Superiority. Heb. 10:19-13:25
- 9. The Key Warnings in Hebrews • The warning against drifting. 2:1-4 • The warning against departing. 3:12-15 • The warning against disobedience. 4:11-13 • The warning against dullness. 5:11-6:6 • The warning against despising. 10:26-39 • The warning against defying. 12:14-29
- 10. Let Us Be Exhorted! • By studying and listening to God as he teaches us in His word. Let us grow! • Come to Jesus today and be saved! – Hearing. Romans 10:17 – Believing. Mark 16:16 – Repenting. Acts 2:38 – Confessing. Romans 10:10 – Baptism into Christ. Gal. 3:27; Acts 22:16