Introduction
This final chapter reaffirms that salvation cannot be found by keeping Jewish rituals, only by showing faith in Jesus and his teaching.
Questions
1. Why should we be content with what we have?
v 5 Be free from the love of money, content with such things as you have, for he has said, “I will in no way leave you, neither will I in any way forsake you.”
2. What sacrifices are pleasing to God?
v 16 But don’t forget to be doing good and sharing, for with such sacrifices God is well pleased.
3. What does the writer to the Hebrews ask them to do, so that he will see them sooner?
v 18 and 19 Pray for us ... I strongly urge you to do this, that I may be restored to you sooner.
Summary Points
- v 1 to 8 Advice on several aspects of Christian living including being content
- v 9 to 16 A warning to the Hebrews not to be led astray by strange teachings. They are to follow the example of Christ and look to praise and please God
- v 17 to 25 Final instructions and a blessing from the God of peace who raised Jesus from the dead