“THE THREE WORDS”
Sunday, March 22nd, 2026
Discussion Questions:
How do you define “the word of God”? What are we talking about when we use the phrase? What was the writer of Hebrews talking about? Why can we have confidence in the Scriptures as the Word of God? Why is the whole truth of the Bible essential to our belief?
How is the Word a “double-edged” sword? How does that matter in the life of a believer? How does it matter for a not-yet-believer? How ought we be using the Word of God: personally, in church, and evangelistically?
Consider the biblical theme of Jesus with a sword. (See Isaiah 49:1-7, Matthew 10:32-34, Revelation 1:12-16, Revelation 19:11-16.) Why does He have a sword? What is its effect—for believers, and for the unbelieving? In what ways do these images affect how you see Him and understand His saving work?
“AT THE INTERSECTION OF INVITATION & EXPECTATION”
Sunday, March 15th, 2026
Discussion Questions:
Consider God’s “rest”: How did Israel’s Promise Place represent rest? (See Exodus 3:7-10, 6:2-8.) What is the rest-promise that remains for believers today? What about rest is Good News in your hearing?
How were God’s people in history “gospelized”? How have we also been “gospelized”? What does it mean to believe—and how is belief evident in someone’s life? How is belief evident in your life?
What is the invitation God has given us, through the Word and in the church? What is the expectation that goes with it? How do we hold it rightly, together, as the church—and how can we invite others into it?
“WARNING SIGNS”
Sunday, March 8th, 2026
Discussion Questions:
What does it mean to have an ecclesiological reading of the Old Testament? (Note: Ecclesiology means “related to the church.”) Why does the writer of Hebrews see Exodus 17 and Psalm 95 as relevant for the believing church? How do these texts warn us?
Consider the “to-do list” that follows the warning: What are the believers in the church supposed to be doing? (Consider three imperatives: watch out, encourage, hold firmly.) Where do you see evidence of these in your church? What steps can you take to start doing them?
How does this passage remind us of urgency in these matters? What is the problem with a religion that puts obedience off until tomorrow? What can you (and your church) start doing today?
“THE SERVANT, THE SON, & THE HOUSE”
Sunday, March 1st, 2026
Discussion Questions:
What, in your life, gives evidence of really “considering Jesus”—intensively, deliberately, devotedly? Where do you have room to grow? What does the “therefore” of v. 1 summarize, and how does it magnify Jesus’ worthiness of our consideration?
Why does Moses still matter? What is the difference between a “servant” and the “Son”? Why is Jesus more worthy of glory and honor, in the “house”?
How to the following definitions of “holy” shape our believing lives: We are consecrated, we are dedicated, and we are separated? How does Colossians 3:12-17 help us understand our “heavenly calling”? What other ways would you describe or define our calling?
“THE TRUTH ABOUT THE POWER OF DEATH”
Sunday, February 22nd, 2026
Discussion Questions:
What comes to mind when you really think about death? What worries you? What comforts you? How have you heard it discussed in the church (whether good or confusing), and how does the truth of the Gospel minister to you?
How would you describe, define, or characterize the devil? What are some popular misconceptions about this enemy? How have you seen the power of this “father of lies” at work in your world (and even in your own life)? How can believers resist him, with truth?
Describe how Jesus has “reached out to help” us. Why do we need it, yet angels do not? What verses of Scripture anchor you to this reality—and secure you against “the power of death”?
“SEE JESUS”
Sunday, February 15th, 2026
Discussion Questions:
How should New Testament Christians read and understand the Old Testament? How does the writer of Hebrews engage the Old Testament to testify about Jesus (cf. Ps. 8:4-6)? Which other Old Testament texts also help you see Jesus and understand the gospel?
What truths, in Christ, are truths we “do not yet see”? Are you comforted by these promises, or are you challenged by them? What does it mean to believe in the light of this phrase: “but we do see Jesus” (Heb. 2:9)? What do you “see” about Him that helps you hold onto what we do not yet see?
What does it mean to “sanctify”? How has Jesus sanctified us? Why did the Father give us a Sanctifier who is like us, who is one with us? What are the next steps for us, with these lives that are sanctified (as in, how are we meant to live because of it)?
“PAY ATTENTION!”
Sunday, February 8th, 2026
Discussion Questions:
What does it mean to “drift away”? Have you experienced it in your own life? How? What is the solution to it—meaning, how do we not drift away?
How can we define “pay attention” in this text? When do you struggle to hold your mind toward faith in the Gospel? How can you practice paying attention?
What makes our salvation “such a great salvation”? How is that generally true in the world? How is it specifically true in your testimony? What steps can you take to “stop neglecting” it?
“SINGULAR AND SUPERIOR”
Sunday, January 18th, 2026
Discussion Questions:
Discuss angels. What do you know about them? What confuses you about them? Which angelic encounters in the Bible stick out to you? And…why do you think the writer of Hebrews puts this comparison (angels v. the Son) first?
What is the danger of overvaluing the messenger? When have you seen fandom—for pastors or teachers or content producers—go wrong? How ought the church treat messengers, and how can we make sure the message remains the focus?
Consider v. 14: What is the purpose of angels for us? What role do they serve when we see them? How does this affect the way you think of them—in your reading of the Scriptures, and in your life?
“THE THESIS”
Sunday, January 11th, 2026
Discussion Questions:
Which details about the history and context of the Book of Hebrews interest you? Which details challenge you? How does your approach to the book change if this is the context: “Hebrews is a sermon, and it applies to you”?
Why is the truth that God speaks so radical? How has God spoken to people? Why does it matter that all of His speaking is verifiable? Ultimately, how has He spoken by the Son?
What is the thesis of the Book of Hebrews? How does the writer support it in the first paragraph? How are we meant to live because of it?