Scripture for Sunday
Hebrews 10:16-25 (ESV)
16 “This is the covenant that I will make with them after those days, declares the Lord: I will put my laws on their hearts, and write them on their minds,” 17 then he adds, “I will remember their sins and their lawless deeds no more.” 18 Where there is forgiveness of these, there is no longer any offering for sin. 19 Therefore, brothers, since we have confidence to enter the holy places by the blood of Jesus, 20 by the new and living way that he opened for us through the curtain, that is, through his flesh, 21 and since we have a great priest over the house of God, 22 let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, with our hearts sprinkled clean from an evil conscience and our bodies washed with pure water. 23 Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for he who promised is faithful. 24 And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, 25 not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.
Questions for Reflection
1. Who has encouraged you the most in the last six months?
2. Why did the author say that those under the new covenant could draw near to God? (10:19-22)
3. What has Jesus done for those under the new covenant? (10:20)
4. What privilege comes to those who are part of the "house of God"? (10:22)
5. What must happen before a person can draw near to God? (10:22)
6. How could someone best spur you on "toward love and good deeds"?
7. How do you personally feel about going to church or involvement in Christian groups?
8. What is behind the ups and downs in your spiritual journey?
