Jesus’ high priesthood supersedes any other high priesthood, making His new promises greater than any other covenant before.
Hebrews 7:26-8:13
SERMON OUTLINE
“How much more, then, will the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered himself unblemished to God, cleanse our consciences from acts that lead to death, so that we may serve the living God!” (Hebrews 9:14)
Earthly Tabernacle Worship (Hebrews 9:1-10)
The Blood of Jesus (Hebrews 9:11-15)
Jesus, the Creator of the New Testament (Hebrews 9:16-22)
Jesus, the Sacrificial Lamb of God (Hebrews 9:23-28)
Make It Real
- God wants to have a relationship with you. He has made this possible through Jesus. Respond by accepting Him if you have not.
- Worship God. Praise Jesus for who He is and what He has done
- Remember the sacrifice of Christ by taking communion on a regular basis.
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
- What have you learned so far about who Jesus is in the book of Hebrews?
- As we continue our series “The Final Word: Knowing Christ through Hebrews,” this week we turn to Hebrews 9:1-28 and explore Jesus, our great High Priest in comparison to the earthly tabernacle worship and the blood of Jesus versus the blood of sheep and goats. Begin your study by praying that God would speak to you through His Word. Then, whether you’re alone or with a group, read that passage aloud. It may also be helpful to read Exodus 25.
- Hebrews 9:1-10 gives a description of the earthly tabernacle and Jewish worship service. What items are used in the worship service? How do you see some of this items pointing to Christ? (Lampstand-John 8:12; Show bread-John 6:35; High Priest-Hebrews 7:24)
- Hebrews 9:9 notes that the sacrifices is not able to clear the conscience of the worshiper. Read the following passages that suggest that animal sacrifice and gifts were of little value without faith and without obedience to God: Psalm 51:16, 1 Samuel 15:22, Psalm 40:6, Isaiah 1:11.
- According to Hebrews 9:12, what did the blood of Jesus obtain for us?
- The blood of Jesus does more. What does the blood of Jesus do for us in Hebrews 9:14?
- The blood of sheep, bulls and goat only makes the worshiper ceremonially clean (Hebrews 9:13), but, it cannot forgive or wash away our sins. See the following verses that state this: Hebrews 10:4, 11.
- Jesus Christ is the mediator of the new covenant according to Hebrews 9:15. Read 1 Timothy 2:5 for further reading about this important truth. Jesus ransomed (redeemed, rescued, released, delivered, set free, paid debt, liberated) all men from Adam until the second coming. How can the death, and the shed blood of Jesus save people who lived before he came as a man as Hebrews 9:15 is suggesting? Hint: He is God, the Creator of time, and is able to operate in and out of time (Revelation 13:8, Revelation 5:9).
- How is the sacrifice of Jesus better than the old sacrificial system? (Hebrews 9:23-26, 28)
- What does the sacrifice of Jesus obtain for us who wait (believe) in Him? (Hebrews 9:28)
- What is one thing God is speaking to you through this study of Hebrews 9:1-28? If you are on your own, write that down. If you are in a small group, discuss your answers with one another. Close in prayer. Choose one person in your life with whom you will share something you learned through this study.
DIG DEEPER
- Memorize Hebrews 9:14 and/or Hebrews 9:28 this week.
- Praise and Thank Jesus for who He is (great high priest, Redeemer, Savior, Mediator, Atoning Sacrifice, Lamb of God etc., and what He has done (Died in our place, tore the veil giving us access to God, washed away our sins with his precious blood, and made us children of the most high, Royal Priesthood and a Holy nation.)
- Write or draw a prayer in response to the message of Hebrews 9 about Jesus.
- This week share with someone what Jesus means to you, either by talking with them in person, calling them, posting something on your social media platforms, or sending them an email or letter.