March 16, 2014

Are You Listening?

Series: Jesus...the anchor of our soul! Scripture: Hebrews 1:1–1:4

Introduction to the Book of Hebrews
Date of Writing: AD 67-69
Authorship: ? Can't say for sure, seems like Paul, but could be several others. Not identified.
Recipients: Mostly Hebrews
Theme/Purpose: 'better'

I. God speaks: General Revelation
II. God speaks: Specific Revelation
     A. Through His Written Word
          1. Many times
          2. Many ways
But ALWAYS through His divinely appointed prophets.
     B. Through His Living Word
          1. Son: the rightful heir, a position of authority
          2. Source: (Col 1:16) He created everything
          3. Shining Glory:
          4. Sharp imprint: exact imprint of the character & nature of God
          5. Sustainer: upholds the universe by the word of His power
          6. Substitute: making purification for sin
          7. Sovereign: sat down, sufficient & complete, fully finished work in the cross.
          8. Superior: He is better than angels!
Next Steps:
Actively, engagingly, listen to what God says.
Good hearers are faithful, obedient followers.

other sermons in this series

Nov 23

2014

Parting Words

Scripture: Hebrews 13:17–13:25 Series: Jesus...the anchor of our soul!

Nov 16

2014

A Royal Priesthood

Scripture: Hebrews 13:10–13:16 Series: Jesus...the anchor of our soul!