January 6, 2019

Hebrews 1:1-4

Many questions have arisen about the New Testament book called Hebrews: Who wrote it? When, from where, and to whom was it written? Under what circumstances? While most of this remains a mystery, the central theme stands obvious for even the most casual reader: Jesus Christ is the unique Son of God, the ultimate prophet, priest and king. Join Pastor Jim for this introduction to a new study series called Hebrews: The Incomparable Christ.

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The serious study of the Epistle to the Hebrews cannot fail to have a powerfully beneficial effect on the personal life of the individual Christian and on the corporate well-being of the church. It is a tonic for the spiritually debilitated.”
Philip E. Hughes

Hebrews: The Incomparable Christ

  • Jesus Christ is the Center of History
  • Jesus Christ is the Focus of Scripture
  • Jesus Christ is the Sovereign of Destiny

“This then is the question this letter will confront us with: are we genuine believers? Do we really believe that Jesus is the Son of God? And are we behaving in everyday affairs and especially in religious contexts in a way that 1s straightforwardly consistent with our professed belief?”
David Gooding

Hebrews 1:1-4
1. Revelation
2. Creation
3. Redemption

Teaching by Contrast in Hebrews 1:1-4

  • In the past -vs- in these last days
  • To forefathers -vs- to us
  • In the prophets -vs- in His Son
  • At many times/ various ways -vs- radiance /representation

“Christ’s essential work for man has been effectively accomplished. Our part is to hear, believe, obey and share this word of abundant life.”
Raymond Brown
The Message of Hebrews

Jesus is…

  • The Prophet through whom God’s final word has come
  • The Priest who has made purification for our sins
  • The King, enthroned atGod’s right hand

“God is engaged in a stunning love affair with the human family. In the person of the Son, God exposes himself as incarnate to satisfy our need to grasp him with our sense: to see him, to listen to him, to touch him.”
William L. Lane
Hebrews: A Call to Commitment