Hebrews

The epistle to the Hebrews is one of the most powerful exhortations in Scripture, calling believers to recognize the greatness of Christ and the surpassing hope of the new covenant. In this series, Brother John Peake carefully unfolds the argument of Hebrews, showing how it addresses Jewish believers struggling to move beyond the law of Moses and embrace the fullness of God’s purpose in Christ. With clarity and reverence, these classes highlight the superiority of Christ as prophet, priest, and king, and challenge us to hold fast to faith without wavering.

Class 1

The series begins with an introduction to Hebrews as a unique letter without a named author or audience, but clearly addressed to Jewish believers. The opening chapter establishes that while God once spoke through the prophets, He has now spoken through His Son, who is greater than angels, prophets, and even Moses. This study lays the foundation by showing that all the types and shadows of the law find their fulfillment in Christ.

Class 2

The second class explores the danger of neglecting so great a salvation. If the word given by angels under the law carried such weight, how much more the word brought by Christ himself. This study emphasizes the need to take the message of Christ seriously, to avoid drifting away, and to recognize him as the captain of our salvation who suffered and was made perfect through trial.

Class 3

The focus shifts to the rest that God has promised. The writer reminds us of Israel’s failure in the wilderness and urges believers to learn from their example of unbelief. True rest is not found in the law, nor even in the land of Canaan, but in Christ, our great high priest who sympathizes with our weaknesses and offers access to the throne of grace.

Class 4

This class centers on the priesthood of Christ after the order of Melchizedek. Unlike the Levitical priesthood, which was temporary and imperfect, Christ’s priesthood is eternal and founded on the power of an endless life. The study shows how the change in priesthood required a change in law, and how Christ as mediator of a better covenant offers superior promises, confirmed by God’s own oath.

Class 5

The final class reflects on the once-for-all sacrifice of Christ. Unlike the repeated offerings of the Mosaic system, Christ’s sacrifice was effective and complete, cleansing the conscience and opening the way into the true presence of God. Believers are exhorted to hold fast, to assemble together, and to live faithfully in anticipation of the return of Christ and the fulfillment of God’s promises.

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