Dr. Dan Hayden Hebrews, Book of Hebrews, Hebrews Bible study, scripture, God's Word, Dan Hayden, Christian, Jesus Christ, God http://www.awordfromtheword.org This expositional study of the Book of Hebrews by Dr. Dan Hayden is an essential resource for every serious Bible student. The theme of the Book of Hebrews is the supremacy and sufficiency of Christ. Study notes are available at www.awordfromtheword.org en-us Copyright 2007 A Word from the Word Sun, 07 Oct 2007 07:07:07 EDT tdscripts.com Podcast Generator feedback@awordfromtheword.org AWFTW Producer feedback@awordfromtheword.org http://www.awordfromtheword.org/layoutpix/Hebrews.jpg http://www.awordfromtheword.org Christianity 1 Hebrews 13:18-15 - The author of this book and his readers have a mutual interdependence. He is depending on them and they are depending on him. They are in it together. (40:47) Sun, 07 Oct 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:40:47 Hebrews 13:7-17 - The church of Jesus Christ is unlike any other religious system in the world - it is unique. Christians need to understand that uniqueness and appreciate what they have in Christ. (47:23) Sun, 30 Sep 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:47:23 Hebrews 13:1-6 - As you seek to live the Christian life in a corrupt world, what is it that God wants you to do? (41:38) Sun, 23 Sep 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:41:38 Hebrews 12:25-29 - When a person seeks to escape the pressure by denouncing Christ, he puts himself in greater jeopardy - for God is a consuming fire. (41:55) Sun, 16 Sep 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:41:55 Hebrews 12:18-24 - Christianity is not a religion of fear. (35:58) Sun, 09 Sep 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:35:08 Hebrews 12:12-17 - Some people live on the edge - it's just a matter of time before they fall. (35:08) Sun, 02 Sep 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:35:08 Hebrews 12:3-13 - There are two reasons we should not lose heart when we are going through difficult times. First, we're not dead yet - and that's good. And second, we have a loving Father who cares enough about us to discipline us - and that's also good. As with children, so we will one day come to appreciate what God has accomplished in us through difficult times. (35:42) Sun, 26 Aug 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:35:42 Hebrews 12:1-3 - All of us need to "run with endurance the race that is set before us". (40:29) Sun, 19 Aug 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:40:29 Hebrews 11:32-40 - God is looking for believers with courage - courage to step out in faith and trust Him for victory in the adversities of life. (39:07) Sun, 12 Aug 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:39:07 Hebrews 11:24-27 - Moses had great opportunity to indulge himself in the world of his day, but instead he made confident choices to set his heart steadfastly on the Lord. (36:14) Sun, 05 Aug 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:36:14 Hebrews 11:17-31 - The Patriarchs and Matriarchs of faith in the Old Testament continued to believe in an omnipotent God even when life was impossible. Through faith they experienced hope, even in situations that appeared hopeless. (35:56) Sun, 29 Jul 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:35:56 Hebrews 11:13-16 - The believer in Christ has a futuristic hope that is more fantastic than anything the world can imagine. (39:47) Sun, 22 Jul 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:39:47 Hebrews 11:3-12 - One of the problems with fast-paced living is that there is very little time to think about priorities and purpose in life. God wants us to live in the "faith-lane" instead of the fast-lane.(40:45) Sun, 15 Jul 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:40:45 Hebrews 11:1-3 - Faith is the line that fastens us to the anchor of hope.(40:45) Sun, 08 Jul 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:40:45 Hebrews 10:32-39 - Reflect on your commitment to Christ (Faith) and hang on to your confidence in Christ (Hope). (38:17) Sun, 01 Jul 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:38:17 Hebrews 10:26:31 - Hell is a real place and eternal punishment of the unsaved is exactly what the Bible tells us God is intending to do. (34:26) Sun, 24 Jun 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:34:26 Hebrews 10:19-31 - The contrasting alternative between salvation and judgment is an imposing and awesome choice. Facing that alternative, who in their right mind would not choose Christ in spite of the prospect of persecution. (45:23) Sun, 17 Jun 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:45:23 Hebrews 10:5-18 - The law of God requires absolute perfection for entrance into heaven. Jesus Christ lived an absolutely perfect life in order that He might become the absolutely perfect sacrifice for our sins. (43:57) Sun, 10 Jun 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:43:57 Hebrews 10:1-4 - The more we understand how imposing God's law is as a reflection of His holy character, the more we realize how lidicrous it is to think we could save ourselves by trying to keep the law. Only a perfect Savior can save us. (38:05) Sun, 03 Jun 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:38:05 Hebrews 9:23-28 - Every man and woman will one day stand before the God of the universe to give an account of their lives. (38:40) Sun, 27 May 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:38:40 Hebrews 9:15-22 - Jesus Christ had to die for our sins in order for God's New Covenant to become effective. But it was not just His death that atoned for our sins, it was also the shedding of His blood. Our redemption was two-fold - it was by death, and it was by blood. (40:08) Sun, 20 May 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:40:08 Hebrews 9:11-14 - After hundreds of years of animal sacrifices, the purpose of God was finally fulfilled. "When Christ appeared as a high priest of the good things to come" and sacrificed "his own blood" for the remission of our sins, it was finally over. (35:31) Sun, 13 May 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:35:31 Hebrews 9:1-10 - God gave Israel the tabernacle and the priestly service. These things are called a "symbol" by the author of Hebrews. Through this parable, we learn how to worship God. (41:56) Sun, 06 May 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:41:56 Hebrews 8:6-13 - There has been controversy as to whether or not the covenants God made with Israel apply to the church. Let's get to the root of the matter. (43:17) Sun, 29 Apr 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:43:17 Hebrews 8:6-13 - Christ shed his blood as an atonement of our sins. (31:56) Sun, 22 Apr 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:31:56 Hebrews 8:1-5 - We have a high priest tho has taken His seat at the right hand of the throne of the Majesty in the heavens. (42:00) Sun, 15 Apr 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:42:00 Hebrews 7:26-28 - For it was fitting that we should have such a high priest. (35:59) Sun, 08 Apr 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:35:59 Hebrews 7:20-25 - When it comes to the matter of eternal salvation, religion only offers that which is temporary and provisional. But, salvation in Christ is both guaranteed and permanent. (38:43) Sun, 01 Apr 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:38:43 Hebrews 7:11-19 - The law of Israel said only Levites could be priests, and Jesus was not a Levite. How then could He be our high priest? (40:44) Sun, 25 Mar 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:40:44 Hebrews 7:4-10 - Jesus Christ is, indeed, the greatest ever - and His priesthood in the only one that can save forever. (35:28) Sun, 18 Mar 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:38:03 Hebrews 7:1-3 - The account of Melchizedek, the King-Priest of ancient Salem, is presented in Genesis 14. Melchizedek is a perfect picture of the Son of God. (38:03) Sun, 11 Mar 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:38:03 Hebrews 6:13-20 - Eternal destiny is a matter of great concern. No one should ever take it for granted. Salvation is of God, it is not of us. (42:13) Sun, 04 Mar 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:42:13 Hebrews 6:9-12 - How can you know if you are really saved? Three evidences of genuine faith are presented in this passage. (41:23) Sun, 25 Feb 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:41:23 Hebrews 6:4-8 - Those who have once been enlightened... and have fallen away, it is impossible to renew them again to repentance. (48:32) Sun, 18 Feb 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:48:32 Hebrews 6:1-3 - There are times when a situation is judged to be hopeless and we simply need to go on with life. (44:20) Sun, 11 Feb 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:44:20 Hebrews 5:5:11-14 - Spiritual problems result when Christians do not grow up in the faith. They are immature and unable to grasp important truth. (40:14) Sun, 04 Feb 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:40:14 Hebrews 5:5:5-10 - Ever wondered why we don't have priests in church? Jesus Christ is our High Priest and in Him the priesthood of God is fulfilled. Therefore, there is no longer any need for priests to mediate between the people and God. (44:37) Sun, 28 Jan 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:44:37 Hebrews 5:1-4 - After centuries of imperfection, as fallible men sought to exercise the office of high priest, there is "perfection at last" in the priesthood of Christ. (45:25) Sun, 21 Jan 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:45:25 Hebrews 4:14-16 - When life is tough we can be tempted to quit, give in or run away. We need a reason to hold fast and continue on with confidence. (45:02) Sun, 14 Jan 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:45:02 Hebrews 4:11-13 - God knows everything about us, even the secret things. And He knows whether or not your faith in Jesus Christ is genuine. (43:32) Sun, 07 Jan 2007 07:07:07 EDT 00:43:32 Hebrews 4:6-10 - There is a Sabbath which is far more than merely a day of rest and worship - it is an eternal rest in which there is perpetual worship. (47:42) Sun, 31 Dec 2006 07:07:07 EDT 00:47:42 Hebrews 4:1-5 - The good news of salvation must be combined with faith in order to enter God's rest. (43:12) Sun, 24 Dec 2006 07:07:07 EDT 00:43:12 Hebrews 3:13-19 - Life is filled with pressure, and pressure sometimes causes us do unwise things. However, it is best to stay steady and let Christ be our strength. (34:48) Sun, 17 Dec 2006 07:07:07 EDT 00:34:48 Hebrews 3:12 - At some point in life, each person has a last chance to respond by faith to Christ for eternal life. Do you truly believe or are you flirting with your last chance? (41:58) Sun, 10 Dec 2006 07:07:07 EDT 00:41:58 Hebrews 3:7-11 - When people harden their hearts against God, the consequences of unbelief and willful rejection are devastating. So, do you believe? or do you have cardiosclerosis? (43:15) Sun, 03 Dec 2006 07:07:07 EDT 00:43:15 Hebrews 3:1-6 - There are two houses from which to choose... the house of Moses and the house of Christ. The choice we make reflects our destiny. (43:17) Sun, 26 Nov 2006 07:07:07 EDT 00:43:17 Hebrews 2:14-18 - Do you want to live a victorious life that is unhampered by anxiety and free from continuous failure in sin? Jesus Christ has made it possible for you to enjoy a life of victory. (45:14) Sun, 19 Nov 2006 07:07:07 EDT 00:45:14 Hebrews 2:9-13 - A second aspect of "so great salvation" is atonement for our sin. Jesus Christ took our place and paid the penalty for our sin in order that we might become children of God. What a wonderful truth! (40:21) Sun, 12 Nov 2006 07:07:07 EDT 00:40:21 Hebrews 2:5-8 - Jesus Christ is the Savior, but He is also The Lord. That is simply who He is. So when you receive Him as your Savior, you must realize that the Lord of glory has come to live within you. (45:10) Sun, 05 Nov 2006 07:07:07 EDT 00:45:10 Hebrews 2:1-4 - This book contains important teaching, so we need to think about it. We want to understand what the Spirit of God is saying in this passage of scripture and respond correctly. (31:46) Sun, 29 Oct 2006 07:07:07 EDT 00:31:36 Hebrews 1:13-14 - Christians understand that the problems of this life are simply a prelude to the coming of our Savior, the Righteous One, who will establish justice and bring peace to the earth. In the meantime,our Lord has provided for us in numerous ways - one of which is service of angels on our behalf. (43:38) Sun, 22 Oct 2006 07:07:07 EDT 00:43:38 Hebrews 1:7-12 - Not only does the Son have a better name than the angels... He also has a more exalted position. He is both the righteous ruler and the eternal creator of the universe. (36:50) Sun, 15 Oct 2006 07:07:07 EDT 00:36:50 Hebrews 1:4-6 - Angels are "in" and the thought of them is everywhere in our world today. Yet there is something far better than angels... someone who far surpasses the angels in glory and greatly outclasses them in wisdom and power. He is Jesus, The Christ. (43:01) Sun, 08 Oct 2006 07:07:07 EDT 00:43:01 Hebrews 1:2-3 - What we believe concerning the person of Jesus Christ is pivotal to saving faith. When you understand WHO He is, then you can begin to comprehend and appreciate WHAT He has done for you. (43:05) Sun, 01 Oct 2006 07:07:07 EDT 00:43:05 Hebrews 1:1-2 - God has Spoken! He spoke through the prophets long ago, but there is a final word from God that is the most important thing He has ever said to us. His revelation through the Son is the Gospel of His Grace that men can be saved from their sins and receive eternal life. (42:50) Sun, 24 Sep 2006 07:07:07 EDT 00:42:50 Those to whom the Book of Hebrews was written were being persecuted for their faith and they needed to know how to respond. The book's author told them that Jesus Christ is their only hope. Therefore, they must reaffirm their faith in Him as Savior and Lord. (40:51) Sun, 17 Sep 2006 07:07:07 EDT 00:40:51 Perhaps the most crucial initial consideration in this book is the recipients. There are a number of passages in the book which cause misunderstanding when too much is assumed and little is actually known about the readers. Hebrews can be clearly understood when there is a proper knowledge of the people addressed. (46:17) Sun, 10 Sep 2006 07:07:07 EDT 00:46:17 Except for Hebrews and 1 John, every epistle in the New Testament designates its author by name and by title. Yet, although the Book of Hebrews is anonymous with regard to human authorship, its divine nature and rightful place in the Canon of Scripture has never been seriously questioned. The theme of the Letter to the Hebrews is clearly THE SUPREMACY OF CHRIST. We begin our study by recognizing the purpose of the Book's anonymity. (48:38) Sun, 03 Sep 2006 07:07:07 EDT 00:48:38